
Pastel de Choclo
Pastel de Choclo is a traditional Chilean dish made with ground beef, corn, and various seasonings. It is similar to a corn casserole topped with a golden crust.
Ingredients
- Hard (boiled eggs - 2, sliced)
- Olives (1/4 cup, sliced)
- Raisins (1/4 cup)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
- Sugar (1 tablespoon)
- Milk (1 cup)
- Corn kernels (4 cups)
- Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Onion (1 medium, chopped)
- Ground beef (1 pound)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
- Add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- In a blender or food processor, blend the corn kernels, milk, sugar, and butter until smooth.
- Pour half of the corn mixture into the skillet with the ground beef. Stir to combine.
- Spread the remaining corn mixture evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet.
- Top with raisins, olives, and sliced hard-boiled eggs.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 30 minutes • Cook Time: 60 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 15g • Carbs: 50g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 10g