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Tamales

Tamales

These traditional tamales filled with meats or cheese are labor-intensive but are always a hit during gatherings and celebrations, with a rich history in Mexican culture.

Ready in 180 minutes · serves 12 · 400 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

180
min total
12
servings
400
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 4 cupsmasa harina
  • 2 lbspork shoulder
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 12 unitscorn husks
  • 1 tablespoonchili powder

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in water for 30 minutes.

  2. 02

    Prepare filling by cooking meat until tender, then shred.

  3. 03

    Mix masa harina with the chicken broth.

  4. 04

    Spread masa on corn husks, add filling, wrap, and steam for 1 hour.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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