Cachapas | Venezuelan Corn Pancakes

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1. 1Step 1: Add all ingredients for the batter to a blender and blend until smooth.
2. 2Step 2: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of oil to coat the surface.
3. 3Step 3: For each cachapa, pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet, using the back of the ladle to spread it into a circular shape, similar to a pancake. You can make them as small or as large as you prefer.
4. 4Step 4: Cook the cachapas for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. You'll notice bubbles forming on the surface, similar to cooking regular pancakes.
5. 5Step 5: Place jalapeno slices, if using, on the cachapas before flipping them. Cook for 2-3 minutes on the other side and flip it back.
6. 6Step 6: Place a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on one half of a cachapa. Fold the other half over the cheese to create a halfmoon shape. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on each side, or until the cheese is melted and gooey, and the cachapa is nicely toasted.
7. 7Step 7: Repeat the filling and cooking process for the remaining cachapas. Once all the cachapas are filled, toasted, and cheesy, serve them warm along with sour cream!