Selva Strikes Gold with Cuzco Corn
Hunting & Gathering
SRQ DAILY FRIDAY WEEKEND EDITION
FRIDAY APR 29, 2016 |
BY AVIEL KANTER
Cuzco corn could have jumped out of the pages of a Dr. Seuss story—bulbous, milky-white kernels crackle and pop when bitten, revealing an incongruous creamy center. Peruvian "choclo" is starchy, blown up to five times the size of North American sweet corn, with a texture that is revelatory: the saccharine flavor of yellow corn is trumped by the Cuzco's savory nuttiness, brought to the forefront when grilled.
Selva Grill lets its Cuzco corn, which is flown in from Peru, speak for itself. A dash of salt and pepper is all that touches the skewered kernels before it meets the grill. A few minutes later, the food is lightly toasted for the perfect crunch, paired with a crispy fried plaintain chip. House-made chimichurri adds subtle spice while the sweet chili sauce lends a tangy kick.
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