Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCarnicero SteakhouseTamal En Hoja Recipe

Tamal En Hoja Recipe

Time4h
Serves6

Roasted Pork, Pico de gallo, cilantro, Mediterranean chimichurri

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Ingredients

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Roasted Pork

Pico de Gallo

Mediterranean Chimichurri

Method

Roasted Pork Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). In a small bowl, combine garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and lime juice to create a marinade.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Pork

    Rub the marinade all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it's well coated. Cover and let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for best flavor.

  3. 3

    Roast the Pork

    Place the marinated pork in a roasting pan and cover it with foil. Roast in the preheated oven for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

  4. 4

    Shred the Pork

    Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven, let it rest for 15 minutes, then shred it with two forks.

Pico de Gallo Preparation

  1. 5

    Chop the Ingredients

    Finely chop the tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Place them in a mixing bowl.

  2. 6

    Mix the Pico de Gallo

    Add lime juice and salt to the chopped vegetables. Stir well to combine. Let sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Mediterranean Chimichurri Preparation

  1. 7

    Blend the Chimichurri

    In a blender or food processor, combine parsley, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

  2. 8

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste the chimichurri and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar to suit your taste.

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