Mazamorra+morada

Mazamorra Morada is a traditional dessert. Found anywhere from street carts to the finest restaurants. Many of the ingredients is made up from dried fruits and these natural sweeteners give this dessert a candy-like taste.

During the mid 1500's when Spain began to conquer Peru they brought a variety of different types of fruits and vegetables. Many of the fruits included in Mazamorra Morada is originated from Spain. Though, one interesting ingredient is the purple corn. This specific type of corn is one of Peru's most used vegetable during the 1500’s.

The mazamorra Morada is split into two parts. First is making the actual liquid with the dried fruits, which, could also be called Chicha Morada (a popular Peruvian beverage). Then, by adding corn starch the mixture thickens and because of the purple corn it's the reason why the dessert is purple.

This desert has been brought down from generation to generation and is still popular today. Since this dessert is very common in Peru almost anybody can make it, as long as you have the right ingredients. Also this dessert has proven that putting a lot of sugar doesn't have to be considered “dessert” but it can be made with something odd, like corn and putting dry fruits.

By: Fabiely Roland