Beef Tamales Recipe Delicious Mexican Food!

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole grain masa harina

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain masa harina is more nutritious, while cornmeal can be a budget-friendly substitute.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground beef can be more affordable.

Soak corn husks in hot water until soft.

Blend green bell pepper, cilantro, and dried chili together.

Remove seeds from dried chili if you prefer less spice.

Sauté chopped onion in a skillet until translucent.

Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned.

Mix in cumin, salt, pepper, and chili powder with the beef.

In a bowl, combine masa harina with chicken broth and mix until a dough forms.

Add baking powder to the masa mixture and mix well.

Spread masa dough on soaked corn husks, add beef mixture, and fold husks.

Steam tamales until the masa is firm.

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