Savory pork tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made with tender pork, flavorful masa, and wrapped in corn husks, perfect for celebrations or family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder boneless, cut into cubes
- 30 pieces corn husks soaked in warm water
- 4 cups masa harina for tamales
- 1 cup vegetable shortening or lard
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp chili powder
Instructions
- Place the pork in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the meat is tender, about 1 hour.
- Remove the pork from the pot and shred the meat using two forks.
- Prepare the masa by beating the vegetable shortening until fluffy. Add the masa harina, baking powder, and gradually mix in the chicken broth until smooth.
- Mix the shredded pork with chili powder and season with salt to taste.
- Spread a thin layer of masa on each corn husk, add a spoonful of pork in the center, roll up the husk carefully, folding the bottom end.
- Place assembled tamales upright in a steamer. Steam for about 90 minutes, until the masa separates easily from the husk.
Nutrition
Serving: 2gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg