Huitlacoche or Cuitlacoche 420g Monteblanco It is most popular in Mexico, where it is known as huitlacoche (, pronounced whee-tla-KO-cheh ) and can be regularly found as an option in meals. The consumption of corn smut originates from ancient aztec cuisine and is still considered a delicacy in Mexico, even being preserved and sold for a significantly higher price than corn.