ENTRY: pamonha


CLASS: noun


EQUIVALENT: pamonha


DEFINITION: Tamale-like sweet or savory creamy fresh corn-based dough moistened with milk or coconut milk, seasoned and steamed or boiled inside wrapped corn husks.


EXAMPLE: When opened, the pamonha should be like a thick paste.


SOURCE: Brazilian Cookery


COMMENT: From the tupi pa'muñã, which means ‘sticky’, pamonha is a favorite throughout Brazil, mainly in its sweet version. Savory pamonha is typical of the state of Goiás, where it is usually served with a variety of fillings such as cheese and sausage, and served with spicy sauce.