CUITLACOCHE ( CORN SMUT ) - Gluten Free

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CUITLACOCHE ( CORN SMUT ) - Gluten Free

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Description:

Cuitlacoche (wheet-lah-KOH-chay) or Huitlacoche, is also known by the names Corn Smut and Maize Mushroom. Cuitlacoche is a corn fungus (Ustilago Maydis) that produces large, distorted growths with blue-black spores analogous to mushrooms. Affected kernels swell to 10 times their normal size. Most U.S. farmers consider it a nuisance and destroy the afflicted ears of corn yet historically the Aztecs are said to have prized Cuitlacoche as a savory delicacy. The Zuni Indians call Cuitlacoche "corn-soot" and say it symbolizes the "generation of life". Cuitlacoche has a delicious woody and earthy flavor that is a cross between that of Corn and Mushroom. Cuitlacoche is currently being cultivated in limited quantities in California, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia. Cuitlacoche is also savory when cooked with garlic and chiles and used in crepes, quesadillas, or tacos.

Ingredient Statement:

Cuitlachoche, Corn, Onion, Vegetable Oil, Water, Salt, Citric Acid.

Contains Naturally Occurring Sulfites.

Use anyplace that you would use mushrooms for a sweet, earthy flavor reminiscent of corn and mushrooms. Saute with your favorite chile, onions, garlic, vegetables, or meat. Use Cuitlacoche to enhance your soups, casseroles, and pilafs. Corn Fungus tamales, chiles Rellenos con Pollo y Cuitlacoche, Cuitlacoche butter, and stuffed avocados are just a few recipes using this unusual fungus.

Recommended Preparation Instructions:

Cuitlachoche is used in a variety of dishes including sautés, soups, casseroles – in general, any preparation where cooked mushrooms would be appropriate.