Cancha

Cancha

M

Maria Gonzalez

20 Feb 2026

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Cook

15 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

200 calories

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried corn (maíz chulpe)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup water

Method

  1. 1

    Soak the dried corn in water for about 1 hour to soften it.

  2. 2

    Drain the corn and pat it dry with a paper towel.

  3. 3

    In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the soaked corn to the hot oil and fry until they puff up and turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the salt, paprika, and cumin over the fried corn, tossing to coat evenly.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition per serving

200kcal
Calories

Fat

8g

Carbs

30g

Protein

5g

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Rate this recipe

4.6 · 7 ratings

Comments

C
Carlos Perez01/03/2026

I loved making cancha! The crunchiness and flavor were perfect for snacking.

A
Ali Aydin22/02/2026

This crunchy snack is a delightful way to enjoy a classic Peruvian treat.

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