Anti-Inflammatory Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Cachapas are soft, slightly sweet corn pancakes traditionally enjoyed warm with cheese. This anti-inflammatory version uses whole sweet corn, olive oil, and gentle spices to support digestion while keeping the authentic flavor. Naturally gluten-free and comforting, these cachapas are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh sweet corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)

• 1 large egg

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil)

• ¼ cup cornmeal (fine)

• ¼ tsp turmeric

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp sea salt

• ¼ cup water or almond milk (as needed)

• Optional filling:

  • Fresh mozzarella, farmer cheese, or queso fresco

  • Grass-fed butter or ghee for serving

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Add corn, egg, olive oil, turmeric, salt, and pepper to a blender.

2. Blend until mostly smooth but slightly textured.

3. Add cornmeal and a little liquid to form a thick pancake-style batter.

4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.

5. Pour batter to form small pancakes.

6. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and set.

7. Add cheese on top, fold, and let it melt.

8. Serve warm with butter or ghee.

🧠 Why It’s Anti-Inflammatory

• Sweet corn: Rich in antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin

• Turmeric + black pepper: Reduce inflammation and support immunity

• Olive oil: Provides healthy fats that calm inflammation

• No refined flour or sugar

🍽️ How to Serve

• Breakfast with eggs

• Brunch with avocado and herbs

• Light dinner with grilled vegetables

• Snack with fermented yogurt dip

📊 Nutrition (Per Cachapa – Approx.)

• Calories: 180

• Carbs: 24g

• Protein: 6g

• Fat: 7g

• Fiber: 3g

• Gluten-free

• Anti-inflammatory compounds: Moderate to high

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes, skip cheese or use plant-based cheese.

Q: Can I store cachapas?
Yes, refrigerate up to 3 days and reheat gently.

Q: Can I use canned corn?
Fresh is best, but canned works if well-drained and unsweetened.

✅ Pro Tips

• Use fresh corn for authentic Venezuelan taste

• Keep heat medium, not high, to avoid burning

• Add chia seeds for extra fiber

• Pair with grass-fed cheese for best digestion

• Freeze cooked cachapas for quick meals