Breakfast
Pinolillo (pinolillo)
A traditional drink from Granada made with toasted corn and cocoa, with a roasted, lightly sweet flavor. It is served chilled, often with a lot of foam, during festivals and popular fairs.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Toast the corn in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring, until it turns golden and smells like toasted bread.
- Let the corn cool, then grind it finely in a coffee grinder or blender.
- Mix the toasted corn powder, cocoa, sugar and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Gradually add the cold water while whisking to get a smooth mixture without lumps.
- Add the ground cinnamon, then let it rest for 10 minutes in the cool.
- Whisk vigorously again to create foam, then serve well chilled.
Variations and tips
With milk. Replace half the water with milk for a creamier, milder version.
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Original Ecomely recipe.