
Dairy-Free Chilean Pastel de Choclo (Corn Pie)
A comforting Chilean casserole with a savory ground beef base topped with a sweet corn mixture. This version is completely dairy and nut-free.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Raisins
- 1/4 cup Black olives, chopped
- 2 large Hard-boiled eggs, quartered (optional)
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Chilean Merken spice
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 4 cups Frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup Plant-based milk (unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Prepare the beef filling: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Stir in raisins, olives, hard-boiled eggs (if using), cumin, merken spice, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- 3Prepare the corn topping: In a blender or food processor, combine the frozen corn kernels, plant-based milk, cornstarch, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- 4Assemble the pastel de choclo: Spread the beef filling in the bottom of a baking dish. Pour the corn mixture over the beef filling.
- 5Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the corn topping is golden brown.
Substitutions
Plant-based milk →
Replaces dairy milk for a dairy-free version.
Cornstarch →
Thickens without dairy
Allergy Disclaimer — Safe Plated Pte. Ltd.
This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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