EASY TAMALES USING PRE MADE MASA ~ PORK, CHICKEN, AND CHILI CHEESE ~ Yep!…All 3!
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Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made of masa (corn dough) filled with various ingredients, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed. They are often enjoyed during celebrations and holidays.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups masa harina
- ●1/2 tsp baking powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 cup lard or vegetable shortening
- ●1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- ●2 cups cooked pork, shredded
- ●1/2 cup red chili sauce
- ●1/2 tsp cumin
- ●1/2 tsp garlic powder
- ●1/2 tsp onion powder
- ●24 corn husks, soaked in warm water
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
- 2In another bowl, beat lard or shortening until fluffy. Gradually add masa mixture, alternating with chicken broth, until a soft dough forms.
- 3In a separate bowl, combine shredded pork, red chili sauce, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 4Take a soaked corn husk, spread about 1/4 cup of masa dough on the husk, leaving space at the edges.
- 5Place a spoonful of the pork mixture in the center of the masa.
- 6Fold the sides of the husk over the filling, then fold the bottom up to secure the tamale.
- 7Repeat with remaining husks and filling.
- 8Place tamales upright in a steamer pot, cover with a damp cloth, and steam for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the masa pulls away from the husk easily.
- 9Let cool slightly before serving.
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Tamales have deep roots in Mesoamerican culture, dating back to ancient civilizations like the Aztecs and Mayans, who prepared them for celebrations and rituals. Traditionally, tamales are a communal dish, often made during family gatherings or holidays like Día de los Muertos. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide, with countless regional variations and fillings, reflecting local ingredients and tastes.
Ingredients
- ●masa harina
- ●chicken
- ●chicken broth
- ●vegetable oil
- ●baking powder
- ●salt
- ●corn husks
- ●red chili sauce
- ●onion
- ●garlic
- ●cumin
- ●black pepper
- ●cilantro
- ●lime juice
- ●cheese
- ●sour cream
Instructions
- 1Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes to soften.
- 2Mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- 3In a separate bowl, beat vegetable oil until fluffy, then gradually add chicken broth.
- 4Combine wet and dry ingredients until a dough forms.
- 5Add shredded chicken, onion, garlic, cumin, and black pepper to the dough and mix well.
- 6Spread a portion of the dough onto a soaked corn husk, leaving space at the edges.
- 7Add a spoonful of red chili sauce on top of the dough.
- 8Fold the sides of the husk over the filling and then fold up the bottom.
- 9Place tamales upright in a steamer basket, standing them on their folded ends.
- 10Steam for 1-1.5 hours, checking water level occasionally.
- 11Remove from steamer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
masa harina
Healthier: whole wheat flour
Cheaper: all-purpose flour
Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.
chicken
Healthier: turkey
Cheaper: shredded rotisserie chicken
Turkey is leaner, and rotisserie chicken saves time.
red chili sauce
Healthier: homemade salsa
Cheaper: canned tomato sauce with spices
Homemade salsa is fresher, while canned sauce is budget-friendly.
cheese
Healthier: nutritional yeast
Cheaper: processed cheese
Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while processed cheese is often cheaper.
Techniques
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Ingredients
- ●2 cups masa harina
- ●1/2 tsp baking powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- ●1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- ●1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ●1 cup cooked chili (with or without beans)
- ●1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- ●corn husks (soaked in warm water)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt together.
- 2In a separate bowl, beat the vegetable shortening until fluffy.
- 3Gradually add the masa harina mixture to the shortening, alternating with the vegetable broth, until a soft dough forms.
- 4Stir in the shredded cheese and chopped cilantro (if using) into the dough.
- 5Take a soaked corn husk and spread about 2 tablespoons of the masa dough onto the center, leaving space at the edges.
- 6Add about 1 tablespoon of cooked chili on top of the masa.
- 7Fold the sides of the corn husk over the filling and then fold the bottom up to secure the tamale.
- 8Repeat the process until all the dough and filling are used up.
- 9Place the tamales upright in a steamer basket, cover with a damp cloth, and steam for about 1 hour or until the masa is firm and cooked through.
- 10Let the tamales cool slightly before serving.
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