Corn Dough
Corn Dough
Use this basic corn dough for soft or fried corn tortillas, dumplings, and more. You can also add chiles, spices, and herbs for a flavorful twist.Adapted from Mexico from the Inside Out by Enrique Olvera.
Servings
1
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon slaked lime (calcium hydroxide)
- 2 cup dried corn
Directions
- Dissolve the slaked lime in 4 cups of water in a pot and bring to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 45 minutes. Let stand for12 hours. Drain the corn in a sieve and rinse until the water runs clear. Grind to a thin and compact dough.