Cheese And Cornmeal Cake (the Asunción Twist: Chipa Manduvi)

This Cheese and Cornmeal Cake, also known as Chipa Manduvi, is a traditional Paraguayan dish that originates from the cuisine of Asunción. It's a savory cake made with cornmeal and cheese, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Vegetarian Baked Goods Asunción Paraguayan Cuisine Savory Cake Cornmeal Cheese
Cheese And Cornmeal Cake (the Asunción Twist: Chipa Manduvi)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 cup grated cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, grated cheese, melted butter, eggs, milk, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into the greased cake pan and spread it evenly.
  4. Bake for 40 minutes or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Remove from the oven and let it cool before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
55 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Cake pan Mixing bowl Whisk

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

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

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add diced ham or cooked vegetables to the cake mixture before baking.

Cost

$8