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mexican christmas food

Mexican Christmas Food: 5 Tamale Recipes to Savor


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tamales 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Traditional Mexican dishes enjoyed during Christmas celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1 cup caldo de pollo
  • 1/2 cup lard
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup filling (pork, chicken, or beans)

Instructions

  1. Mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Add lard and mix until crumbly.
  3. Gradually add caldo de pollo until dough forms.
  4. Shape dough into small balls.
  5. Flatten each ball and add filling.
  6. Wrap in corn husks and steam for 1 hour.

Notes

  • Use fresh corn husks for best results.
  • Fillings can vary based on preference.
  • Serve with salsa or mole sauce.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tamale
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Mexican Christmas food, tamales, holiday recipes