Pork Tamale Recipe
Black Bean Salsa, Ancho Chile Sauce and Cilantro Creme Fraiche
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Ingredients
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Pork Filling
Black Bean Salsa
Ancho Chile Sauce
Cilantro Creme Fraiche
Method
Pork Filling
Prepare the Pork
In a large pot, combine the pork shoulder, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, salt, pepper, and chicken broth. Cover and simmer over low heat for 2-3 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
Tamale Assembly
Assemble the Tamales
Take a soaked corn husk and spread a few tablespoons of the pork filling in the center. Fold the sides of the husk over the filling, then fold up the bottom to secure it. Repeat with remaining husks and filling.
Steam the Tamales
Arrange the tamales upright in a steamer basket and steam for about 1 hour, or until the masa is firm and holds together.
Black Bean Salsa
Ancho Chile Sauce
Prepare the Sauce
Remove seeds and stems from ancho chiles. In a saucepan, combine chiles, garlic, cumin, chicken broth, and salt. Simmer for about 15 minutes until chiles are soft. Blend until smooth.