Recipe of Pelones rolls
Vida Recetas Editorial
The bollito pelón is a traditional Venezuelan dish that combines a soft cornmeal dough with a juicy ground meat filling, all bathed in a homemade tomato sauce. Its curious name refers to its round shape and the fact that, unlike hallacas, it doesn't use leaves: they are 'bald' buns. This recipe is ideal for those looking for a complete and comforting lunch, perfect to serve with white rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Why make pelones rolls?
They are easy to make, with accessible ingredients and a flavor that the whole family loves. The combination of the soft dough with the spiced filling and the tomato sauce with a touch of red wine creates a unique culinary experience. Plus, you can vary the filling using chicken or pork, according to your preference.
This recipe is perfect for beginners and experts alike, and the final result is so appealing that it looks like it came from a restaurant. Go ahead and make them to surprise everyone with a dish full of tradition and flavor.
Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
3
Ingredients
Directions
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1
Preparing everything. I tend to have everything before cooking so everything is under control.
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2
In a pot, heat the oil, add the minced garlic and after a couple of minutes add the onion.
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3
When the onion starts to release juice, add two tablespoons of brown sugar and mix well. The idea is for it to be caramelized.
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4
When we see that the onion is fully integrated with the sugar, we add the meat together with the salt, cumin and smoked fumarol. When everything is integrated, add the wine, water and let it cook at a semi-low temperature.
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5
In a blender, add the tomato, the two garlics and a glass of water and proceed to liquefy. In a pot, the butter melts and when this starts to happen we add the liquefied tomato. Add the papyra, salt and basil. When it starts to boil we add the red wine and at a low temperature and always stirring we let the wine work its magic.
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6
In a bowl, add 2 cups of room temperature water and salt. Then we added the two cups of corn and began to make our dough. If it's too hard, add little by little the rest of 1/2 cup of leftover water. Finally we knead and we have our dough. Remember, water is always incorporated from less to more.
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7
We get our hands wet and take a cut of dough and make a bun and when it's ready from the center we make a cavity and fill. Repeat the process until all the dough is consumed.
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8
In a pot of boiling water, gently add our rolls and let them cook. When they start to float we retire.
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9
And done!!! We bathe them with our sauce and let's enjoy
Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is it to prepare Pelones rolls?
This recipe has a easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
How long does it take to prepare Pelones rolls?
The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is 20 minutes.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe is designed for 3 servings.
Can I substitute some ingredients?
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
How should I store this preparation?
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.