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Beef Tamales Recipe

Delicious homemade beef tamales perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Tamale Dough

  • 4 cups Masa harina
  • 2.5 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Lard
  • 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 2 teaspoon Salt

Beef Filling

  • 2 lbs Beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 cup Beef broth
  • 1 package Corn husks soaked in warm water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Prepare the beef filling: In a large pot, combine beef, onion, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and beef broth. Cook over medium heat until beef is tender and shreds easily, about 2 hours. Shred beef and set aside.
  2. 2. Prepare the tamale dough: In a large bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Add lard and mix until crumbly. Gradually add chicken broth, mixing until dough is smooth and spreadable.
  3. 3. Assemble the tamales: Spread a thin layer of tamale dough onto the center of each soaked corn husk. Add a spoonful of beef filling. Fold the sides of the husk in, then fold the bottom up.
  4. 4. Steam the tamales: Place tamales upright in a steamer. Cover and steam for about 1 hour, or until dough is firm and pulls away from the husk easily.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Beef, Mexican, Tamales
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