Eat pastel de choclo in Chile

The pastel de choclo is a traditional Chilean dish dating back to the 17th century, blending indigenous corn with Spanish baking techniques.

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Pastel de choclo is a traditional Chilean casserole featuring a layer of ground beef, chicken, onions, raisins, olives, and hard-boiled eggs, topped with a thick mash of fresh corn kernels sweetened with sugar and baked until golden. Originating from rural Mapuche influences, it is commonly prepared in homes and served during the summer harvest season, especially around Fiestas Patrias in September, providing a hearty, savory-sweet dish reflective of Chile's agrarian heritage.

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