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Chochoyotes (corn masa dumplings)

Chochoyotes - Mexican Dumplings

Emily A.
Chochoyotes are easy Mexican dumplings made with corn masa and are gluten free dumplings perfect for soups. They are quick and easy
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups corn masa Instant corn masa like Maseca brand
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 1 teas salt
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 3 tablespoon butter, coconut oil, or lard lard is traditional

Instructions
 

  • Mix together the corn masa, water and salt in a large mixing bowl
  • Add the butter (or semi solid oil of your choice) and cilantra
  • Knead together for one minute, or until combined
  • Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and stick it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes
  • After it rests in the fridge, roll the masa dough into 1 inch balls and poke a dent into the center
  • Drop 2-3 at a time into simmering broth or soup, do not stir or agitate
  • Simmer for 5-10 minutes or until the chochoyotes start to rise to the top of the soup
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