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Tamales

Tamales

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made from masa and various fillings. They are perfect for gatherings and can be made ahead of time.

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 poundspork shoulder
  • 12 unitscorn husks
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 1 cupred chili sauce

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak corn husks in hot water for 30 minutes.

  2. 02

    Cook pork shoulder until tender, then shred.

  3. 03

    Mix masa with broth to form dough.

  4. 04

    Spread masa on husks, add filling, and wrap.

  5. 05

    Steam tamales in a pot for about 1 hour.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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