HOW TO MAKE TAMALE MASA 🌽 Fluffy, Delicious & NO FAIL Basic Recipe

vegetable shortening

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat option while maintaining texture.

masa harina

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour can be used in a pinch, but will alter the traditional flavor.

Measure 2 cups of pork lard and whisk until fluffy for 20-25 minutes until it turns white.

Measure 4 cups of maseca and mix with 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of baking powder.

Add the maseca mixture to the whipped lard and mix well.

Gradually add 3.5 cups of chicken broth (or beef or vegetable broth) to the mixture and mix until fluffy for another 20-25 minutes.

Perform a float test with a teaspoon of masa in cold water to check if it's ready.

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