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Nicaraguan Picos Recipe

104kcal
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Prep 30 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Total 1 hour 15 minutes
The Nicaraguan Picos Recipe features a harmonious blend of herbs, spices, and fresh ingredients. It incorporates a variety of flavors, including savory, tangy, and slightly sweet notes.
Servings 8 Servings
Course Dessert
Cuisine Nicaraguan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups masa harina corn flour
  • 1 ½ cups warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and salt.
  2. Gradually add warm water to the masa harina while stirring with a spoon or your hands. Continue adding water until the dough comes together and is smooth.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes soft and pliable. If the dough feels too dry, add a little more water. If it's too sticky, add a little more masa harina.
  4. Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball about the size of a golf ball.
  5. On a clean surface, flatten each ball of dough into a thin disc, about 1/8 inch thick. You can use a tortilla press or a rolling pin for this step.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan or deep fryer to about 350°F (175°C).
  7. Carefully place the flattened dough discs into the hot oil, one or two at a time, and fry them until they become golden brown and crispy. 8. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.
  8. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the Picos from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  9. Repeat the frying process with the remaining dough discs until all the Picos are cooked.
  10. Serve the Picos Recipe warm and enjoy them as a snack or side dish. They can be eaten plain or served with salsa, guacamole, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories104kcalCarbohydrates22gProtein3gFat1gSaturated Fat0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat0.3gSodium292mgPotassium75mgFiber2gVitamin A61IUCalcium39mgIron2mg

Notes

Use warm water: When mixing the masa harina and water, make sure the water is warm. Warm water helps to hydrate the masa harina better and results in a smoother dough.

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