Humitas (Dairy-Free)

Ingredients

• 6 cups Fresh corn kernels
• 1 medium Onion
• 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Pepper
• 16-20 Corn husks

Instructions

1. 1Place the 16-20 corn husks in a large bowl and cover them completely with warm water. Allow them to soak for at least 30 minutes until they become soft and pliable.
2. 2While the corn husks are soaking, prepare the filling. Dice the 1 medium onion into 1/4-inch pieces. Chop the 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves.
3. 3In a large mixing bowl, combine the 6 cups of fresh corn kernels, the diced 1 medium onion, the chopped 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Stir all the ingredients very well until they are evenly mixed.
4. 4Take one softened corn husk and gently spread it open. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the corn mixture into the center of the husk. Fold the sides of the corn husk inward over the filling, then fold the bottom edge of the husk up to completely enclose the filling.
5. 5If needed to secure the filling, cut a thin strip from another corn husk and use it to tie the package closed. Repeat this filling and folding process with the remaining corn husks and corn mixture until all the filling is used.
6. 6In a large pot, bring enough water to a rolling boil (212°F / 100°C) to generate steam without touching the bottom of your steamer basket. Arrange the filled humitas in a single layer in a steamer basket, then place the steamer basket over the boiling water.
7. 7Cover the pot and steam for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the filling inside each humita feels firm to the touch. Carefully remove the humitas from the steamer and serve them warm.

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