Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsEl Sur Mexican Restaurant2 Sweet Corn Tamale Plt Recipe

2 Sweet Corn Tamale Plt Recipe

Time2h
Serves6

Make 2 Sweet Corn Tamale Plt Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tamale Dough

Sweet Corn Filling

For Cooking

Method

Prepare the Corn Husks

  1. 1

    Soak the Corn Husks

    Submerge the corn husks in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften them for wrapping the tamales.

Make the Tamale Dough

  1. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 3

    Add Shortening

    Add the vegetable shortening to the dry mixture and mix with your hands until crumbly.

  3. 4

    Add Liquid

    Gradually add the vegetable broth, mixing until the dough is soft and pliable. Fold in the fresh corn kernels.

Prepare the Sweet Corn Filling

  1. 5

    Cook the Filling

    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the fresh corn kernels, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the corn is tender and the mixture is fragrant.

Assemble the Tamales

  1. 6

    Form the Tamales

    Take a soaked corn husk and spread a portion of the tamale dough (about 1/4 cup) onto the center of the husk. Add a spoonful of the sweet corn filling on top of the dough.

  2. 7

    Wrap the Tamales

    Fold the sides of the corn husk over the dough and filling, then fold the bottom up to enclose the tamale. Repeat with remaining husks, dough, and filling.

Cook the Tamales

  1. 8

    Steam the Tamales

    Place the tamales upright in a steamer basket, cover with a damp cloth, and steam for 60-90 minutes or until the dough is firm and cooked through.

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