Masa for Tamales
Directions
- 1Add 8 cups of Mi Tienda masa para tamales to a bowl.
- 2Add 3 tablespoons of salt.
- 3Add 1 tablespoon of baking powder.
- 4Add 2 cups of beef tallow or good quality pork fat.
- 5Add 2 cups of salsa roja.
- 6Add 8 cups of chicken stock.
- 7Lightly mix all ingredients until the flour rehydrates and absorbs the liquid.
- 8Mix the masa by hand until it no longer sticks to your glove.
- 9Steam corn husks for about 10 or 15 minutes before using them.
- 10Spread the masa on the smooth silky side of your corn husk in one swipe.
- 11Add your desired fillings to the tamales.
- 12Roll up the tamales neatly.
- 13Tie up the tamales if desired.
- 14Steam the tamales for an hour and a half under medium heat.
- 15Let the tamales rest for about 10 or 15 minutes before opening them so the masa can set.
Ingredients
- 8 cups Mi Tienda masa para tamales
- 3 tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 cups beef tallow or pork fat
- 2 cups salsa roja
- 8 cups chicken stock
- corn husks
Equipment
bigger bowlglovessteamer
Tips
- Lightly mix the masa to allow the flour to rehydrate and absorb liquid.
- Steam corn husks for 10-15 minutes before using.
- Use the smooth, silky side of the corn husk.
- Let tamales rest for 10-15 minutes after steaming so the masa can set.
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