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masa harina

🥗Healthier: whole grain masa harina

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain masa harina offers more fiber and nutrients, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

filling (meat, cheese, or vegetables)

🥗Healthier: lean turkey or beans

💰Cheaper: pork

Lean turkey is lower in fat, while pork can be a more budget-friendly option.

Prepare the masa by mixing it with water and checking the consistency, adding more masa or water as needed.

Clean the corn husks before using them.

Blend a piece of onion with the masa for added flavor.

Fill the corn husks with the prepared masa and your choice of filling (cheese or meat).

Fold the sides of the husk over the filling and then fold the bottom up to secure it.

Place the tamales in a steamer pot for cooking.

Allow the tamales to rest before serving.

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