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Tamales

Tamales

These homemade tamales are a labor of love, but the result is incredibly rewarding. Wrapped in corn husks, they can be made with various fillings, making them perfect for family gatherings.

Ready in 180 minutes · serves 12 · 300 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

180
min total
12
servings
300
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 4 cupsmasa harina
  • 3 cupspork filling
  • 3 cupsvegetable filling
  • 20 piecescorn husks
  • 2 cupschicken broth

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in warm water for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 02

    Mix masa harina with chicken broth until a dough forms.

  3. 03

    Spread masa on corn husks, add filling, and fold.

  4. 04

    Place tamales upright in a steamer and cook for 1.5 hours.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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