Vegan Chicha de Jorongo
Chicha de Jorongo is a cherished traditional beverage from Honduras, made by slowly simmering corn with cinnamon and sugar until it becomes smooth, creamy, and naturally sweet. It can be served warm or chilled, with a comforting, mild flavour that highlights the taste of fresh corn. This vegan version uses no dairy or animal ingredients at all, keeping the authentic homemade taste that has been enjoyed across generations.
Shared by jeraty
Time
40 min
Serves
5
Difficulty
easy
🛒 Ingredients
- 150g fresh sweet corn kernels or dried whole corn
- 1 litre water,, 1 stick cinnamon
- 80–100g sugar or panela (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract or a little plant milk for extra creaminess
👩🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse the corn well. Place it in a pot with water and cinnamon stick, bring to a boil then lower the heat and simmer gently for 25–30 minutes until the corn is very soft.
- 2
Remove the cinnamon stick. You can blend part or all of the corn mixture for a smoother drink, or leave it slightly chunky if you prefer.
- 3
Stir in sugar and a pinch of salt until fully dissolved. Add vanilla or plant milk if using.
- 4
train if desired, then serve warm or let it cool completely and chill in the fridge before serving.