How to make Tamales with Mike Gonzalez

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 warm water for about 30 minutes.

In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.

Add ground beef, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili powder; cook until browned.

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

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

Steam tamales for about 1-1.5 hours until masa is firm.

Cooking Techniques

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