How To Make Homemade Tamales- Part 1

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

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

vegetable shortening

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative while butter can be more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option while pork is often less expensive.

green salsa

🥗Healthier: homemade salsa

💰Cheaper: tomato sauce

Homemade salsa can be fresher and healthier, while tomato sauce is a budget-friendly substitute.

Cut Reynolds wrappers in half to make 100 sheets.

Prepare coffee filters as an alternative to wrappers.

Mix 3 cups of white cornmeal with 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of crushed red pepper flakes.

Prepare a steam mixture with 1/2 cup of tomato sauce, 2 tablespoons of salt, and 2 tablespoons of chili powder.

Make a chili mix using 1/4 cup of masa, 3 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon each of onion and garlic powders.

In a bowl, combine 5 pounds of ground meat with 1 1/2 cups of red pepper and 2 chopped medium onions.

Add 6 tablespoons of chili powder to the meat mixture, mixing thoroughly to avoid clumping.

Incorporate 1/2 cup of water, 3/4 cup of cornmeal, and a whole can of Rotel tomatoes into the meat mixture, mixing well.

Use gloves while handling the mixture to maintain hygiene.

Cooking Techniques

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