Cook Tamales like a pro!
Discover the world of authentic Mexican cuisine with our tamales recipe.
Tamales are a classic Mexican dish that has won the hearts of foodies around the world. We'll walk you through how to make delicious tamales step by step.
What is Tamales?
Tamales are a Mexican delicacy consisting of meat, vegetables, or fruits wrapped in corn leaves and steamed. They have a unique taste and texture, and can be made with different fillings.
Our Ingredients:
- Corn leaves
- Corn flour (masa)
- Oil
- Chicken meat (or any other stuffing of your choice)
- Condiments (like cumin, chili, salt)
- Broth
- Bay leaf
- Cucumber and radish to serve
Cooking steps:
- Prepare the corn leaves: Soak them in hot water to soften.
- Prepare the filling: Sear the seasoned meat until tender.
- Make the masa: Mix the cornmeal, butter, and broth until you get the consistency of a dough.
- Fold the tamales: Spread the masa over the corn leaves, add the filling, then wrap them in the leaves.
- Steam: Steam the tamales for 1-2 hours.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve tamales hot with sliced cucumbers and radishes.
Get inspired by Mexico!
With our recipe, you can create a real piece of Mexico in your cuisine. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this divine dish!
