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Beef Tamales

Beef Tamales

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish filled with a savory meat mixture wrapped in corn dough and steamed to perfection. It's a labor of love that's perfect for special occasions.

Ready in 180 minutes · serves 12 · 600 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

180
min total
12
servings
600
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 4 cupscorn masa
  • 2 lbsbeef roast
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 12 piecescorn husks
  • 2 tbspchili powder

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes.

  2. 02

    Cook the beef in a pot with chicken broth and spices until tender.

  3. 03

    Mix masa with cooking liquid until dough forms.

  4. 04

    Spread masa on husks, add beef filling and fold.

  5. 05

    Steam for 1.5 hours until firm.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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