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Tamales Chiapanecos

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern state of Chiapas, Tamales Chiapanecos are a beloved traditional dish often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. These tamales are distinguished by their flavorful fillings, typically made with pork and a variety of spices, wrapped in masa and steamed in banana leaves. In modern times, they have gained popularity beyond their regional roots, becoming a staple in Mexican cuisine across the country and in various Latin American communities.

MexicanMXChiapasmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 Kg. Masa para tortillas
3 C. Manteca de cerdo
1 Raja de canela
1 C. Pepita de calabaza tostada
1/4 C. Orégano
1/4 C. Tomillo
1 C. Sal
600 gr. Pechuga de pollo deshebrado
250 gr. Chile ancho remojado en agua
1 Plátano macho maduro
8 Galletas Marías
60 gr. Chocolate de mesa en polvo
100 gr. Pasitas
200 gr. Pimientos morrón
200 gr. Aceitunas sin hueso
200 gr. Almendras sin piel
300 gr. Ciruelas pasa sin hueso
3 Kg. Hoja de plátano cocido en agua

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while cornmeal is often less expensive.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner, while ground beef can be more affordable.

cotija cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Feta provides a similar tangy flavor, while parmesan is often cheaper.

1

Mezcla la masa con sal y acrema perfectamente a mano o con batidora.

2

Licúa los chiles con todos los ingredientes excepto el pollo.

3

Fríe con 1 cucharada de manteca y agregar el pollo, dejar cocinar por 15 minutos a fuego bajo hasta que quede espeso y poco seco.

4

En una hoja de plátano cortada en rectángulos de 30cm x 30cm agrega otra hoja de 15cm x 15cm.

5

Agrega la masa extenderla y agrega el pollo en adobo.

6

Agregar una tira de pimiento morrón, una aceituna, 3 almendras y una ciruela pasa.

7

Cierra plegando hacia adentro y después por los costados. Cocer por una hora en vaporera.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsteamingfilling

Equipment Needed

vaporerabatidora

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chiapaneco TamalesTamales from Chiapas
Local Name: Tamales Chiapanecos

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