Cancha

Cancha makes a change from popcorn, which it looks like in the unpopped state, but with far larger kernels.

Cook in the same way, with a little oil in a covered pan and keep shaking until the popping stops, then add a little salt. The kernels don't explode and fluff, they darken and become crisp. Cancha maize is sold at Las Americas International Market, Ritchie Center, 785 Rockville Pike, Rockville, 301 424 9550, and other Latino groceries.