Atole de elote is a traditional Mexican drink made from fresh corn, water, and sugar. With variations found throughout the country, this sweet and creamy beverage is often enjoyed as a warm and comforting drink during the colder months or as a refreshing treat on a hot day. Whether you prefer a simple and classic recipe or one with added flavors and spices, there is an atole de elote recipe out there to suit every taste.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ATOLE DE ELOTE
My mother-in-law taught me this recipe. Atole de elote, also called 'atole' for short, is usually served as a hot drink, although it can also be served in the form of a pudding or a soup. Here's my recipe for a simple atole in the form of a hot drink. Garnish with cinnamon if desired.
Provided by POSTRES de La Cipota
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fill a large bowl with ice and cold water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add corn and cook uncovered until kernels are slightly softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain.
- Remove kernels from the cob using a knife and transfer to a blender. Add 1 cup water, or 1/2 cup if blending in two batches, and blend until pureed. Strain mixture into a bowl using a fine sieve; discard the solids. Run liquid once more through a clean sieve.
- Stir in milk; transfer mixture to a medium nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat until milk is heated through. Stir in sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and combine 1/4 cup of the hot liquid with cornstarch. Pour mixture into the skillet and stir constantly until atole begins to thicken to desired consistency, about 5 minutes. Immediately remove from heat. Pour into pudding bowls, soup bowls, or cups.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 7.3 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 68.2 mg, Sugar 31.5 g
ATOL DE ELOTE
From whats4eats.com: "Atoles are very popular beverages in El Salvador with roots in Mayan cuisine. They are a sort of thick drink often eaten with a spoon. Atol de elote is based on fresh corn (elote) and has a wonderfully fresh flavor. For ultimate effect, serve it in a bowl made out of a dried calabash gourd."
Provided by under12parsecs
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut enough kernels off the corn cobs to make 3 to 3 1/2 cups. Then scrape the cobs with a knife to remove all their milk. Place 2 1/2 cups of the corn in a blender along with 2 cups of the water and puree well.
- Strain the pureed corn through a sieve into a medium saucepan and discard the solids. Stir in the remaining corn kernels, 1/3 cup sugar and salt.
- Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until lightly thickened. If the atol doesn't thicken to a creamy consistency, mix the cornstarch with a little cold water and whisk into the simmering liquid until it is just thick enough to coat a spoon.
- Pour the hot atol into mugs or small bowls, sprinkle with a little cinnamon and serve hot with a spoon to scoop up the corn kernels.
- Variations: Frozen corn can be used in a pinch, but the flavor won't be nearly as good.
- Note: Because the corn used in Central America is starchier, you may have to add the suggested cornstarch to achieve the lightly thickened consistency.
ATOL DE ELOTE GUATEMALTECO
A traditional Guatemalan hot corn-based drink perfect for cold weather
Provided by Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz
Categories Guatemalan recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel and wash the ears of corn thoroughly and cut the kernels off. Put them and their juices aside. Throw away the cobs.
- Put the kernels and about 1 cup of water on a high-powered blender and blend until they are coarsely grounded. Add the rest of the water and keep blending until smooth.
- Pour the kernel mixture onto a large pot, add milk, cinnamon stick, sugar, and salt. Bring to a low boil on medium-low heat for about 20 minutes.
- Stir constantly to avoid the mixture sticking to the bottom.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until it thickens. Serve the atol warm and in cups, garnishing with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, and top with a handful of cooked corn kernels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, ServingSize 1 cup
ATOL DE ELOTE (SWEET CORN AND MILK DRINK)
This is a classic Central American beverage. It is sweet and silky smooth. The recipe was posted in Saveur magazine and is based on a recipe from Maria Franco, a Salvadoran cook in Los Angeles. It is Mayan in origin, and is for many Central Americans part of a morning and midday ritual. It's believed to be as curative as chicken soup is to many other cultures.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Beverages
Time 38m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Use a sharp knife to remove the kernels from the corn and place them in a blender.
- Add 1/2 cup milk and puree until completely smooth (2 - 3 minutes).
- Transfer the mixture to a medium pot, add the rest of the milk, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and salt. Stir.
- Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring constantly. Then reduce heat to medium low and simmer, still constantly stirring, until the mixture is slightly thickened (about 15 minutes).
- Serve hot.
Tips:
- To make the creamiest atole, use fresh corn kernels. Frozen or canned corn can also be used, but the flavor will not be as rich.
- If you don't have masa harina, you can make your own by grinding dried corn kernels into a fine powder.
- Atole can be made with water or milk. Milk will make the atole richer and creamier, but water can be used to make a lighter version.
- Atole can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, or chocolate. You can also add fruit, such as berries or bananas, to the atole.
- Atole can be served hot or cold. Hot atole is a comforting drink on a cold day, while cold atole is a refreshing treat on a hot day.
Conclusion:
Atole de elote is a delicious and versatile drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of nutrients, including fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Atole de elote is also a relatively easy drink to make, and it can be customized to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious drink, give atole de elote a try.
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