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Tamalitos de Chipilin

Cultural Context

Tamalitos de Chipilin are a cherished dish in Guatemala, made with masa and the distinctive chipilin herb, which is often found in traditional Guatemalan cuisine. These tamalitos are typically enjoyed during festive occasions or family gatherings, highlighting the importance of communal cooking and sharing. Today, they are celebrated not only in Guatemala but also in various Central American countries, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the region.

GuatemalanGTmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 tazas de harina de maíz
agua
hojas de maíz
1 taza de mantequilla derretida
1 cucharada de sal
hojas de chipilín fresco

masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

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

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier while canola oil is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and water with seasoning is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Retirar el tallo de las hojas de chipilín y reservar.

2

Lavar las hojas de maíz y sumergirlas en agua durante 15 minutos.

3

En un recipiente amplio, mezclar la harina de maíz, mantequilla derretida, agua y sal.

4

Mezclar la masa con las manos hasta conseguir la consistencia deseada.

5

Agregar las hojas de chipilín a la masa y mezclar bien.

6

Tomar una pequeña cantidad de masa y formar una bolita.

7

Colocar la bolita de masa en las hojas de maíz.

8

Cerrar las hojas de maíz de diferentes maneras (amarrar con tiras o simplemente cerrar).

9

Colocar las hojas de maíz en una vaporera o en una olla convencional con hojas de maíz en el fondo y agua.

10

Cocinar a fuego medio durante aproximadamente 40 minutos, verificando el agua y agregando más si es necesario.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsteaming

Equipment Needed

recipiente amplioolla convencionalvaporera

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Chipilin TamalesTamales de Chipilin

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