Chipa Guazú (Fresh Sweet Corn, Onion & Cheese Casserole) – Authentic Paraguay Recipe
Even silkier than Sopa Paraguaya, made with fresh milky sweet corn kernels and bubbling cheese.
- Country of Origin
- 🇵🇾 Paraguay (South America, Americas)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Fresh sweet corn kernels blended creamy, Sautéed white onions, Melted white cheese, Eggs, Oregano
Ingredients for Chipa Guazú (Fresh Sweet Corn, Onion & Cheese Casserole) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) fresh sweet corn kernels blended creamy, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups sautéed white onions, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup melted white cheese
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with eggs
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Paraguay seasoning (oregano, garlic, cracked black pepper)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, eggs, and oregano, garlic, cracked black pepper for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine fresh sweet corn kernels blended creamy and sautéed white onions with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with melted white cheese and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.