ColombianEasy · Warm
Crispy pan-fried corn rounds topped with creamy avocado mash, fresh radish slices, and a bright lime-cilantro finish. A fresh Colombian bocadillo that celebrates simplicity and flavor.
15 min
20 min
35 min
Method
Cut corn cobs crosswise into 2-cm thick rounds. Pat dry with paper towels.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Halve and pit avocados. Scoop flesh into a bowl.
Finely dice yellow onion and mince garlic. Roughly chop 1/2 cup cilantro.
Nutri-Score
Excellent balance
A–E · lower is better · score -6
Calories
361
per serving
Protein
6g
Carbs
34g
Fat
27g
Sat. fat
4g
Fiber
12g
Sugar
8g
Sodium
1056mg
Nutri-Score is a general nutritional-balance guide, not medical or dietary advice.
Environmental impact
Low impact
A–E · lower is better · includes estimates
kg CO2e
0.5
per serving
Water
3.8m³
Land
26Pt
Runoff
0.07g P
Corn cobs drives 36% of this recipe’s estimated footprint.
Carbon from Poore & Nemecek 2018; water, land & runoff from Agribalyse — modelled averages for comparing recipes, not a measurement of your groceries.
Flavor Profile
Umami
Sweet
Salty
Sour
Bitter
Spicy
Textures
Aromas
Kitchen Equipment
Safety & Storage
Handling
Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw corn and avocado to prevent cross-contamination. Wash hands thoroughly after handling raw ingredients.
Shelf Life
Avocado mash browns rapidly once exposed to air. Prepare and serve immediately, or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and use within 2 hours at room temperature.
Cooking Temperature
Heat olive oil until shimmering before adding corn rounds. Ensure corn rounds reach golden crispness on both sides (approximately 4-5 minutes per side at medium-high heat).
Storage
Store leftover avocado mash in an airtight container with lime juice squeezed over the surface. Refrigerate at 40°F or below and consume within 24 hours.
High Risk Population
This recipe contains raw minced garlic. Immunocompromised individuals, elderly, pregnant women, and young children should consume only cooked garlic or avoid this dish.
Allergen Warning
No major allergens present. However, verify that olive oil has not been cross-contaminated with allergens during manufacturing if serving to highly sensitive individuals.
Pro Tips
Technique
Don't rush the corn rounds—let them sit undisturbed in the pan for those 4-5 minutes to develop that beautiful golden crust. That crispy edge makes all the difference against the creamy avocado.
Substitution
If you're missing the hogao flavor I love so much, try adding a pinch of cumin to the avocado mash alongside the garlic. It won't replace true hogao, but it brings a lovely earthiness.
From the chef
These bocadillos are about contrast — the warm, golden crunch of a pan-seared corn round against cool, creamy avocado mash bright with lime and cilantro. The corn rounds are the key: sear them long enough to get those crispy, caramelized edges, and they become the perfect vehicle for the guacamole-style mash. Thinly sliced radish on top adds a clean, peppery snap. Simple in the best Colombian way — no fuss, pure sabor, ready in minutes. Eat them while the corn is still warm, mi amor.
Source: generated · June 13, 2026