Cheese And Cornmeal Bread (the Asunción Special: Chipa Rora)

This Cheese and Cornmeal Bread, known as Chipa Rora, is a traditional Paraguayan bread that is popular in Asunción. It is a delicious and savory bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

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Cheese And Cornmeal Bread (the Asunción Special: Chipa Rora)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup grated cheese (such as queso Paraguay or mozzarella)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
  5. Fold in the grated cheese until evenly distributed in the batter.
  6. Scoop the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small round loaves.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cheese and Cornmeal Bread warm with a cup of yerba mate tea for an authentic Paraguayan experience.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add chopped green onions or jalapeños to the batter for a spicy kick.

Cost

$8