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Tamales Recipe

Traditional Mexican dish made with masa and a variety of fillings.
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Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Masa

  • 4 cups Masa harina
  • 2.5 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Lard or vegetable shortening
  • 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Filling

  • 2 cups Shredded chicken or pork
  • 1 cup Red or green salsa
  • 20 pieces Corn husks, soaked in warm water

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
  2. 2. Add chicken broth and mix until dough forms.
  3. 3. In a separate bowl, beat lard until fluffy, then add to masa mixture and mix well.
  4. 4. Spread masa dough onto soaked corn husks, add filling, and fold husks to enclose filling.
  5. 5. Place tamales in a steamer and cook for about 1.5 to 2 hours.
  6. 6. Let tamales cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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