Description
- Chicos are made by steaming whole ears of immature corn in the husk and then drying and roasting them in an "horno" oven
- A staple of Southwestern cuisine, Chicos are popular to use in pork stews or to slow cook with pinto beans and salted pork
- The centuries-old and labor-intensive preparation technique gives Chicos a unique smoky flavor
- From Albuquerque, New Mexico - Loma Vista has been a trusted local family business since 1988
Chicos are made by steaming whole ears of immature corn in the husk and then drying and roasting them in an "horno" oven, giving them a unique smoky flavor. A staple of Southwestern cuisine, Chicos are popular to use in pork stews or to slow cook with pinto beans and salted pork. From Albuquerque, New Mexico - Loma Vista has been a trusted local family business since 1988. Please cook to 165 degrees before consuming.