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homemade tamales for holidays

Homemade Tamales for Holidays: 5 Heartwarming Tips Inside

Homemade tamales for holidays are a traditional and festive dish. They are made with masa and filled with various ingredients, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed.

  • Total Time: 3.5 hours
  • Yield: 20 tamales 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup lard or vegetable shortening
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded meat (chicken, pork, or beef)
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 20–25 corn husks, soaked in warm water

Instructions

  1. Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat lard until fluffy, then add masa mixture and chicken broth.
  4. Spread a spoonful of masa on each corn husk.
  5. Add filling and roll the husk tightly.
  6. Place tamales upright in a steamer pot.
  7. Steam for 1 to 1.5 hours, until masa is firm.

Notes

  • Use your favorite filling for variety.
  • Serve with additional salsa on the side.
  • Freeze leftovers for future meals.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 1.5 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tamale
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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