Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish made of masa (a dough made from corn) that is filled with various ingredients, wrapped in a corn husk, and steamed. The process of making tamales can be time-consuming, but the end result is well worth the effort. To make traditional Mexican tamales, you will need the following ingredients: - 2 cups masa harina (corn flour) - 1 1/2 cups warm water - 1/2 cup lard or vegetable shortening - 1 teaspoon baking powder - 1 teaspoon salt - Corn husks For the filling, you can use a variety of ingredients such as shredded chicken, pork, beef, cheese, or vegetables. You can also add spices and seasonings to enhance the flavor of the filling. To prepare the masa, mix the masa harina, warm water, lard or vegetable shortening, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Knead the mixture until it forms a smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, you can add more water; if it is too wet, you can add more masa harina. To assemble the tamales, soak the cor... Leer más
