Harina De Maiz

Harina de maiz, or corn flour, is a versatile ingredient used in various cuisines around the world. It can be used to make tortillas, tamales, arepas, and many other delicious dishes. Here's a simple recipe to make harina de maiz at home.

Harina De Maiz

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried corn kernels
  • Water

Instructions

  1. Place the dried corn kernels in a large pot and cover with water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the corn kernels are tender.
  3. Drain the corn kernels and let them cool for a few minutes.
  4. Transfer the cooled corn kernels to a food processor or blender and process until finely ground.
  5. Sift the ground corn through a fine mesh sieve to remove any large pieces.
  6. Store the harina de maiz in an airtight container for future use.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
100 per serving
Carbohydrates
22g
Protein
2g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Large pot Food processor or blender Fine mesh sieve

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the harina de maiz in your favorite recipes such as tortillas, tamales, or arepas.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the ground corn is completely dry before storing to prevent spoilage.

Cost

$3