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Tamales With Atole

Steamed corn husk tamales filled with savory shredded meat and sauce, served with a warm cup of sweet atole and a cherry garnish.

Total time
90 min
Servings
6
Calories
350
Protein
12g
Tamales With Atole
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Soak corn husks in hot water for 30 minutes until pliable.

  2. Step 2

    Beat lard with baking powder and salt until fluffy.

  3. Step 3

    Mix masa harina and broth into lard mixture to form soft dough.

  4. Step 4

    Spread dough on husks, add chicken and sauce, then fold and tie.

  5. Step 5

    Steam tamales upright for 1 hour until dough pulls away from husk.

  6. Step 6

    Serve tamales with warm atole and garnish with a cherry.

Tools you’ll need

  • steamer pot
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • kitchen twine

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