J. Pork Tamale Y Ground Beef Or Chicken Tostada Recipe
Make J. Pork Tamale Y Ground Beef Or Chicken Tostada Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tamale Dough
Pork Filling
Tostada Toppings
Method
Tamale Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Incorporate Shortening
Add vegetable shortening to the dry ingredients and mix with your hands until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Broth
Gradually add chicken or vegetable broth, mixing until a soft dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside.
Pork Filling Preparation
- 4
Cook the Pork
In a large pot, combine diced pork shoulder, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water. Bring to a boil.
- 5
Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 hours or until pork is tender and easily shredded.
- 6
Tostada Assembly
- 7
Cook the Ground Meat
In a skillet, cook ground beef or chicken over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 8
Prepare Tostada Shells
While the meat cooks, warm the tostada shells according to package instructions.
- 9
Assemble Tostadas
Spread refried beans on each tostada shell, top with ground meat, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- 10
Add Toppings
Finish with a dollop of sour cream on each tostada before serving.
Tamale Assembly
- 11
Prepare Corn Husks
Soak corn husks in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften.
- 12
Fill Tamales
Take a soaked corn husk, spread a layer of tamale dough (about 1/4 cup) in the center, add 1-2 tablespoons of pork filling, then fold the sides over the filling and tie with a strip of husk.
- 13
Steam the Tamales
Place tamales upright in a steamer pot. Steam for about 1 hour or until dough is firm and cooked through.