The word flan stems from the Old High German word for “flat cake”, which describes it perfectly. The ingredients of flan are very simple, though many modern variations have been created. Traditionally, flan consists simply of eggs, dairy, and sugar, making it a custard. Some combination of whole eggs, egg yolks, and egg whites are usually used. As for dairy, usually cream or milk is used, though some recipes call for a combination of both. As for the sugar, which is arguably the most important component, caramelized sugar is used to create a mold that houses the egg and dairy mixture when it is cooked. After cooking the mixture with it covered, the dish is allowed to cool and solidify. Finally, the flan is removed from the sugary mold by flipping it on a plate. This allows the caramelized sugar to form the top layer of the dish. Mexican flan is specifically known for using whole milk, eggs and egg yolk, vanilla bean seeds, a pinch of salt, and of course, sugar. It’s important to note that there are a number of ways to make flan, but the essential ingredients are eggs, dairy, and sugar. Even further, while flan is usually cooked in the oven by submerging the mold in a bath of water, some methods involve cooking it on the stovetop, though this takes much longer.
Soft and fluffy, these tamales de elote (sweet corn tamales) are so easy to make and perfect for breakfast or dessert. Get to know all about this traditional Mexican recipe.Tamales de elote (corn sweet tamales) are a traditional recipe from the states of Michoacán and Guerrero in Mexico. The dish consists of a tamal prepared with fresh corn, sugar, and sometimes dairy in the form of butter and milk.Tamales de elote (corn sweet tamales) are a traditional recipe from the states of Michoacán and Guerrero in Mexico. The dish consists of a tamal prepared with fresh corn, sugar, and sometimes dairy in the form of butter and milk.Fresh Corn (elotes): Traditional tamales de elote are made with Mexican white corn, a type that is not too easy to find outside the country. So we recommend using fresh corn available where you live.