Steps
- 1.
Arepa de Choclo (Colombian Andes): Clay imparts caramelization to sweet corn batter while preventing burning
- 2.
Cachapa (Venezuelan Llanos): Creates the characteristic blistered surface on fresh corn pancakes
- 3.
Casabe (Amazonian Indigenous): Clay's even heat transforms bitter yuca into crisp flatbread
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction