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Mexican Tamales

60 + 90 min 12 servings Hard

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Ingredients

  • Masa harina
  • Lard
  • Chicken broth
  • Corn husks
  • Shredded pork
  • Red chili sauce
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Soak corn husks in water.

  2. 2

    Beat lard until fluffy, mix with masa harina and broth.

  3. 3

    Spread masa on husks, add filling.

  4. 4

    Fold and tie husks.

  5. 5

    Steam for 90 minutes until firm.

  6. 6

    Serve with salsa.

🌍 Cultural Info

Tamales date back to 8000 BC and were carried by Aztec warriors as portable food.