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Tamales

Tamales

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made from masa dough filled with a variety of ingredients, wrapped in corn husks and steamed to perfection. They are great for meal prep and gatherings.

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

180
min total
12
servings
300
cal / serving
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Ingredients

  • 4 cupsmasa harina
  • 2 poundspork shoulder
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 20corn husks
  • 2 tablespoonschili powder
  • to tastesalt

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in warm water.

  2. 02

    Cook the pork with chili powder until tender, then shred.

  3. 03

    Mix masa harina with chicken broth until smooth.

  4. 04

    Spread masa on soaked husks, add filling, and fold. Steam for 1-1.5 hours.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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