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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

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Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak corn husks in hot water for 30 minutes until pliable.
Step 2
Beat lard with baking powder and salt until fluffy.
Step 3
Mix masa harina and broth into lard mixture to form soft dough.
Step 4
Spread dough on husks, add chicken and sauce, then fold and tie.
Step 5
Steam tamales upright for 1 hour until dough pulls away from husk.
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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