Corn on Cobs - African Recipe

Corn in also known as Maize. It seems to have originated from the South of Mexico. Corn is a versatile grain and can be used in any kind of food. It is used to enhance the taste of soups, curries, starters as well as salads. This is what makes it unique. There is a variety of edible foods made with corn like corn oil, popcorn, cornflakes, corn syrup, corn flour and corn soap that is made in Thailand. Makdi ki Roti is a famous paratha from Punjab. Corn is a major source of starch.

Ingredients

5 Corn on Cobs (Soft)

1 Tbsp Besan

2 Tbsp Butter

250 Mg Coconut Milk

250 Mg Thick Coconut Cream

1 Tsp Garlic Paste

4 Green Chilies (Sliced)

A Handful Coriander (Chopped)

Salt to Taste

A Pinch of Turmeric Powder

Method

1. Boil corn on the cobs and keep aside.
2. In a pan, heat a little butter and fry besan, add garlic and green chilies.
3. Add the coconut milk and cook for a while adding turmeric powder and salt.
4. After sometime add the corn cobs breaking them into 2.
5. Let cook and the flavors to settle.
6. Just before serving heat the corn cobs and then add the thick coconut cream and give it one boil.
7. Garnish with Chopped Coriander and serve hot.