Tamales Recipe
Corn dough filled with meat and wrapped in corn husks.
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Ingredients
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Tamale Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Corn Husks
Soak the corn husks in warm water for at least 30 minutes to soften them.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add chicken broth and vegetable oil, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 3
Prepare the Filling
In a separate bowl, mix the shredded pork with red chili sauce until well combined.
- 4
Assemble the Tamales
Take a soaked corn husk and spread about 1/4 cup of dough onto the center. Place 2 tablespoons of the pork filling on top of the dough. Fold the sides of the husk over the filling, then fold the bottom up to secure.
- 5
Steam the Tamales
Place the tamales upright in a steamer pot. Cover with a wet cloth and steam for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the masa easily pulls away from the husk.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the steamer, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
