Prietas con Mote
Prietas con Mote is a hearty and traditional Chilean dish that combines blood sausages (prietas) with mote (cooked hominy or wheat grains). It's a rustic and flavorful meal often found in more traditional settings, showcasing the use of staple ingredients in Chilean cuisine.
🧂 Ingredients
- 8 medium Prietas (blood sausages)
- 2 cups Mote (cooked hominy or wheat grains)
- 1 medium Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(or to taste)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the prietas: Prick the prietas with a fork or toothpick to prevent them from bursting during cooking. Place them in a pot of boiling water and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until firm. Drain and set aside.
- 2
While the prietas are cooking, prepare the mote mixture: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the cooked mote to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir well to combine and heat through for about 5 minutes.
- 5
In a separate pan, lightly fry or grill the cooked prietas until they are slightly browned and have a bit of a crisp exterior. This step is optional but recommended for better texture.
- 6
To serve, spoon the mote mixture onto plates. Top with the browned prietas. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓If you cannot find prietas, morcilla (black pudding) can be a substitute, though the flavor profile may differ.
- ✓Ensure the mote is well-drained before adding it to the skillet to avoid a watery dish.
- ✓Adjust the amount of cumin, salt, and pepper to your personal preference.
🔄 Variations
- Some recipes include caramelized onions for added sweetness.
- Serve with a side of pebre or a simple salad.