Chochoyones - Mexican Corn Dumplings

Step 1

Place masa harina in a bowl, add salt, cilantro, and lard (or oil).

Step 2

Add water little by little and mix with your hands until all ingredients are combined.

Step 3

Knead for 1 minute until a soft dough forms.

Step 4

Wet the tips of your fingers with a little bit of water, then spread the moisture on the palms of your hands.

Step 5

Pinch a bit off the dough and using the palms of your hands, make a small ball about 1-inch (2.5cm) in diameter.

Step 6

Lightly press your thumb in the center of the ball to form a small crate.

Step 7

Place the raw dumpling on a plate and repeat the steps until all masa dough is used.

Step 8

Carefully add chochoyones one by one into the simmering broth of your choice. Don’t stir immediately or they will fall apart.

Step 9

Bath them with the hot broth and then gently stir them to cook.

Step 10

Chochoyones will be ready after 15 minutes.