Category: corn husks
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  1. Sweet Orange Tamales - corn husks

    Ingredients corn husks5 large oranges, peeled and segmented2 1/2 cups white sugar, divided2 cups lard2 ice cubes, or as needed3 1/4 pounds fresh corn masa dough2 tablespoons baking powder1 cup milk1 cup freshly...Learn More
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  2. Chocolate Tamales - chocolate

    Ingredients 1 lb mexican chocolate, broken into 1/2-inch pieces1 cup milk1 (1 1/2 lb) bag masa harina (corn flour for tortillas and tamales)1 tablespoon baking powder2 cups butter, room temperature (1 pound in ...Learn More
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  3. Cornmeal Dumplings-GuatemalaChuchitos - boneless chicken

    Ingredients 1 lb. boneless chicken or pork1 Tbsp. oil2 cups sliced ripened tomatoes1 chile pepper, seeds and stem removed2 Tbsp. water4 cups masa harina8 Tbsp. margarine, room temperature1 1/2 cups cold water1 ...Learn More
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  4. Sweet Spiced Tamales - corn husks

    Ingredients 32 dried corn husks1 cup vegetable shortening1 teaspoon salt3 cups masa harina1 1/2 cups warm water1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/4 te...Learn More
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  5. Sweet Potato Tamales - corn husks

    Ingredients 24 dried corn husks2 cups leftover cooked dressing1 1/2 cups leftover sweet potato casseroleKitchen stringMethodSoak corn husks in warm water to cover 1 hour or until softened. Drain and pat dry.Pre...Learn More
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  6. Tamales de Maiz - Green Corn Husk Tamales - tortilla flour

    Ingredients 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) tortilla flour1 cup (225 ml) warm water1/2 tsp (2 ml). salt1/4 cup (60 ml) lardFresh corn husks1 cup (225 ml) grated fresh corn1/2 cup (125 ml) diced Cheddar cheese2 canned green...Learn More
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  7. Pork Tamales With Salsa Verde - filling

    Ingredients Filling:1 1/2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed and quartered1 cup water1 medium onion, peeled and cut into 3 wedges3 garlic cloves, peeled1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided1 teaspoon ground cumin1/...Learn More
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  8. Maplelicious Sweet Tamales With Guajillo-Chocolate Sauce - tamales

    Ingredients Tamales15 dried corn husks (2 oz, or 1/4 package)2 cups masa harina for tamales1/2 cup pure maple syrup1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut1/3 cup butter or vegetable shortening, room temperature (may...Learn More
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  9. Corn Fungus Tamales: Tamales de Huitlacoche - flour

    Ingredients 1 cup instant corn flour (masa harina)3/4 cup warm water1/2 cup vegetable shortening1/2 cup chicken stock2 cans huitlacoche or 2 cups of fresh (Mexican truffle from the fungus of ears of corn)1/2 cu...Learn More
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  10. Best Basic Tamales - corn husks

    Ingredients 30 dried corn husks, preferably with rounded bases1 cup (8 ounces) pork lard, (see note)3 cups tamal flour2 cups barely hot water (about 110F), (see note)1 teaspoon fine salt, or 2 teaspoons kosher ...Learn More
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  11. Kalua Pig - pork roast

    Ingredients 1 pork roast3 tablespoons liquid smoke3 tablespoons rock salt3 bananas (peels on, stickers off)Ti leaves or corn huskschicken brothMethodWith a nice balance of marbling, pork shoulder works well wit...Learn More
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  12. Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloins in Corn Husks with Cranberry-Avocado Salsa - cumin seeds

    Ingredients 2 teaspoons cumin seeds2 teaspoons coriander seeds2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns1 large shallot, minced2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, minced3 1/2 pounds pork tenderloins,...Learn More
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