Creamy Maja Blanca

18m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine cornstarch and water (or fresh milk) in a bowl. Dissolve well until there are no lumps and set aside.
  2. 2Pour coconut milk, evaporated milk, and condensed milk into a large casserole or pan.
  3. 3Add cream corn and whole corn kernels to the mixture.
  4. 4Mix until all ingredients are well-combined.
  5. 5Taste the mixture and add sugar as needed, then mix well.
  6. 6Place the casserole on medium heat and cook until boiling, stirring constantly.
  7. 7Once boiling, lower the heat and cook for 6 to 8 minutes to cook the coconut milk, stirring occasionally.
  8. 8After 8 minutes, add the dissolved cornstarch to the mixture while stirring continuously.
  9. 9Continue stirring strongly and continuously on low heat for 8 to 10 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and sticky.
  10. 10Transfer the maja blanca mixture to containers lined with banana leaves. Quickly level the mixture as it sets fast.
  11. 11Let it cool before adding toppings.
  12. 12Add grated cheese as topping.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Cornstarch
  • 2 cups Water or fresh milk
  • 4 cups Coconut milk
  • 1 can Evaporated milk
  • 1 can Condensed milk
  • 1 can Cream corn
  • 1 cup Whole corn kernels
  • Sugar
  • Grated cheese

Equipment

Casserole or panWhiskSpoonContainersBanana leaves