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Beef Tamales
These homemade beef tamales are a labor of love, and their rich flavors make them perfect for special occasions. Wrapped in corn husks, they are great for gatherings and can be made ahead of time.
Ready in 180 minutes · serves 12 · 500 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.
180
min total
12
servings
500
cal / serving
Ingredients
- 2 poundsground beef
- 4 cupsmasa harina
- 2 cupschicken broth
- 12 piecescorn husks
- 2 tablespoonschili powder
- 1 teaspooncumin
- 1 teaspoonsalt
Instructions
- 01
Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes.
- 02
Cook ground beef with chili powder, cumin, and salt until browned.
- 03
Combine masa harina with chicken broth to form dough.
- 04
Spread masa on husks, add beef mixture, and roll up.
- 05
Steam tamales in a pot for 1.5 hours.
