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Tamales

Tamales

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish filled with various ingredients. Perfect for gatherings and special occasions, they're loved for their taste and texture.

Ready in 180 minutes · serves 12 · 350 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

180
min total
12
servings
350
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 4 cupsmasa harina
  • 1 cuplard
  • 2 cupspork filling
  • 3 cupswater
  • 20 piecescorn husks
  • 2 tspsalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes.

  2. 02

    Mix masa harina with lard, water, and salt to form a dough.

  3. 03

    Spread dough on corn husks, add filling, and fold tightly.

  4. 04

    Steam tamales for 1-2 hours until firm.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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