Tamales Recipe

Tamales Recipe Rating 0

Be the first to write a review

Rate recipe

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish. The packets of corn dough have a savory or sweet filling and are typically wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves. Because they take a while to make, tamales are served more for special occasions and holidays than as everyday fare. —Jacquelynne Stine, Las Vegas, Nevada

 0
[X]

Rate Tamales Recipe

Click on stars to rate
 
Would you make this recipe again?
[X]
Tamales Recipe
  • Prep: 4-1/4 hours Cook: 25 min.
  • Yield: 16 Servings
    •
255 25 280

Ingredients

  • 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (4 pounds)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup adobo sauce
  • 1/4 cup chili sauce
  • 2 dried guajillo chilies
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 32 corn husks
  • FILLING:
  • 7 cups maseca cornmeal
  • 9 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 teaspoons salt
  • 4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
  • 1-1/2 cups butter-flavored shortening

Directions

  • Place the first eight ingredients in a Dutch oven. Cover and bake at 325° for 3-4 hours or until meat is very tender.
  • Meanwhile, place corn husks in a large kettle; cover with cold water and soak for at least 2 hours.
  • Remove roast and shred meat with two forks; set aside and keep warm. Skim fat from pan juices; discard chilies. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 4 cups.
  • For filling, in a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, baking powder and salt; beat in water, 2 cups pan juices and shortening just until combined (bowl will be full). Refrigerate remaining pan juices.
  • Drain corn husks and pat dry. (Until ready to use, keep husks covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.) Spread 3 tablespoons filling over each husk to within 1/4 in. of edges. Top each with 1/4 cup pork and 3 tablespoons filling. Using the husk to lift one long side, roll up filling. Enclose filling with husk; fold bottom end of husk over the top.
  • In a large steamer basket, position tamales upright with folded bottoms down. Place basket in a Dutch oven over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 25-30 minutes or until cornmeal peels away from husk, adding water to pan as needed. Warm reserved pan juices; serve with tamales. Remove husks before eating. Yield: 32 tamales.

    Editor’s Note: Look for chilies, cornmeal and corn husks in the ethnic aisle of your grocery store.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (2 each) equals 543 calories, 28 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 47 mg cholesterol, 865 mg sodium, 52 g carbohydrate, 5 g fiber, 19 g protein.

Originally published as Tamales in Taste of Home August/September 2007

Healthy Cooking

Featured Videos

  • Better Baked Beans 'n' Ham
  • Cheesy Chicken Rotini
  • Eggplant Rollatini
  • Shrimp & Cilantro Pesto Pizza
  • Roasted Ratatouille Tart
  • Fettuccini & Garden Vegetables
  • Venison Chimichangas
  • Venison Quesadillas
  • Venison - Oriental Steak
  • Morel Polenta
  • Pizza Margherita
  • Cheesy Penne
  • Roast Turkey
  • Veggie Penne with Pesto
  • Baked Bean & Bacon Casserole
  • Dogs & Taters
  • Smoked Salmon Frittata
  • Spinach and Bacon Quiche
  • Pasta alla Formiana
  • Baked Bean & Bacon Casserole

Menus and More

Comfort Food Diet

Try the Taste of Home Comfort Food Diet Online FREE for 7 days! It's an easy-to-follow diet plan you can do while enjoying delicious dishes!

Learn More >

New! Taste of Home Recipe Box

Organize your recipes into folders, personalize with notes, and easily share with friends.

Learn More >

More Ways to get Taste of Home Recipes

Reviews for Tamales (0)

Tamales

Tell us what you think of this recipe.
Did you modify it? Would you make it again? Rate it today! >

Rate and Review this Recipe

 
 
Healthy Cooking - Try it Risk Free
Simple & Delicious - Free Issue Offer

Top Recipe Collections

Mardi Gras Recipes , Cajun Recipes , Chicken Recipes , Slow Cooker Recipes , Casseroles , Pork Chop Recipes , Chili Recipes , Meatloaf Recipes , Banana Bread Recipes , Lasagna Recipes , Macaroni and Cheese Recipes , Chili Recipes , Meatball Recipes , Appetizers , Cakes , St. Patrick's Day Recipes
Advanced Search >   Browse Recipes >
Advertise with us
ADVERTISEMENT

Follow Us
Advertise with us ADVERTISEMENT