SMOKED PORK TAMALES RECIPE | Receta De Tamales

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal is more affordable.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs are lower in fat, while pork loin is less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while cream cheese is a budget-friendly option.

red chili sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Salsa provides freshness, while hot sauce is often cheaper.

Soak corn husks in warm water for at least 30 minutes to soften.

Smoke the pork shoulder over low heat until tender, about 6-8 hours.

Shred the smoked pork and mix with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.

Prepare masa by mixing masa harina with chicken broth, lime juice, and vegetable oil until smooth.

Spread masa evenly onto soaked corn husks, leaving space at the bottom.

Add a spoonful of the pork mixture on top of the masa.

Fold the sides of the husk over the masa and tie with a strip of husk or kitchen twine.

Place tamales upright in a steamer basket, filling the bottom with water.

Steam tamales for about 1-1.5 hours, checking water levels occasionally.

Remove tamales from the steamer and let cool slightly before serving.

Serve with red chili sauce and garnish with cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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