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Tamales
Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made from masa, often filled with meat or vegetables, and wrapped in corn husks. They are perfect for special occasions and family gatherings.
Ready in 120 minutes · serves 12 · 450 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.
120
min total
12
servings
450
cal / serving
Ingredients
- 4 cupsmasa harina
- 2 poundspork shoulder
- 12 piecescorn husks
- 2 cupschicken broth
- 1 teaspooncumin
- 1 teaspoonsalt
Instructions
- 01
Soak corn husks in water for 30 minutes.
- 02
Prepare masa by mixing with chicken broth, salt, and cumin.
- 03
Fill each husk with masa and your choice of filling, then fold and tie.
- 04
Steam tamales for 1 hour until firm and cooked through.
