Grandma's Famous Tamale Recipe! | Daily from Millennial Moms

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.

In a large bowl, combine the masa harina with fresh meat broth and a broth made with skinned grape tomato.

Add manteca, vegetable oil, and salt to the mixture.

Knead the mixture until it becomes floppy, which will take up to 20 minutes.

To check if the masa is ready, grab a little pinch and drop it in water; if it floats, the masa is ready.

Spread a thick layer of masa inside the soaked corn husks.

Add your filling, which today is pork meat.

Wrap the tamale tightly so that none of the filling comes out.

Place the tamales upright in the tamalera.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens