Savory Poyha: Comforting Cornmeal Meatloaf for Any Night

Savory Poyha is a comforting and heartwarming cornmeal meatloaf that blends sweet grapes and fresh corn for a unique, flavorful dish.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 6 slices

Course: DINNER

Cuisine: Native American

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups Corn fresh or frozen recommended
1 pound Ground Turkey or Venison substitute with lean ground beef or plant-based alternatives
1 cup Grapes sliced for even distribution
1 medium Onion diced finely
2 large Eggs to bind the mixture

For Seasoning

to taste Pepper black or red pepper flakes
to taste Paprika optional
to taste Garlic Salt optional

For Baking

Cooking Spray to prevent sticking

Equipment

Loaf pans
mixing bowl
Oven
Cooking Spray

Method

Basic Steps

Prep Corn: Carefully chop the corn into small pieces, ensuring some firmness remains for a delightful texture.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped corn, sliced grapes, diced onion, eggs, and pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
Season: Sprinkle in paprika and garlic salt, if desired, to enhance the flavor profile.
Prepare Loaf Pans: Spray two loaf pans with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Firmly pack the corn mixture into each pan.
Bake: Place the loaf pans in a preheated oven set to 350°F. Bake for approximately 45 minutes.
Cool: Allow the Poyha to cool in the pans for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a drizzle of savory gravy for an extra burst of flavor.

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