Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Mas Para Foodie Amigos y Amigas
I'd like to turn y'all onto another Mexican delicacy. It's called Huitlachoche -- which is really close to the name of our street. A coincidence? I think not. Anyway, for the squeamish among you, it's referred to as corn truffle. On menus here, it's more likely to be romanced with the phrase "corn fungus." Botanists in ths States lovingly call it "corn smut." It's apparently a kissin' cousin of the humble mushroom but grows on corn plants. Yes, it looks funky, but it's delicious... and in season right now. We just bought some for the first time and are looking forward to sauteeing a batch with some fresh crema, then wrapping it in a nice crepe. My mouth's watering. Or as my physician friends might say, "exuding saliva."
# posted by goots @ 7:38 PM 
