Milho Frito

Milho Frito (Madeira Fried Cornmeal) is a signature and traditional dish in Madeiran cuisine. They are deep fried cornmeal based treats filled with kale and other typical seasonings.

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Step 1

In a saucepan on high heat, add the garlic and olive oil.

Step 2

Let it cook for a minute and then add the water, chicken broth, and corn meal. Mix until the corn meal is totally dissolved.

Step 3

Add the salt and kale and stir consistently until the water is boiling.

Step 4

Turn the heat to low and let it cook for about half an hour while stirring occasionally until the cornmeal thickens.

Step 5

Once thickened, pour the mixture into a greased and flat bottomed dish. Let the mixture rest for 2 hours.

Step 6

Now cut the corn meal into squares and begin to fry them in a deep frying pan on high heat with vegetable oil.

Step 7

Fry them a couple at a time until they are golden brown and then once they are done place them on a platter with papers towels to dry.

Step 8

Once they are all done, let them cool for 5 minutes and serve immediately.