Argentine · side
Humita en Chala
Humita en Chala reads richness 5.9, sweetness 4.5 and allium 3.8 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Argentine side, about 1 hr. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 4.1 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 4.6 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 2.0 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 1.1 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 6.1 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 3.9 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Richness 5.9 · Sweetness 4.5 · Allium 3.8 · Salinity 3.4 · Umami 3.3 · Funk & Ferment 3.3 · Sourness 2.0 · Bitterness 1.1 · Floral 0.6 · Nutty 0.6
What's in it (8)
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 onion
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt to taste
- 1 tsp sugar
- 12 corn husks
Time & effort: about 1 hr (15 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 260.8 kcal, 6.6 g protein, 4.9 g fat, 47.8 g carbs
Dietary: Vegetarian · Contains dairy — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Grate fresh corn and sauté with onion and butter until thickened.
- Season with paprika and salt, stir in crumbled goat cheese, then spoon the mixture onto paired corn husks.
- Tie the ends shut and steam or boil for about 45 minutes.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.