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mexican christmas food

Mexican Christmas Food: 7 Irresistible Tamale Secrets


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

Description

Traditional Mexican dishes served during Christmas celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded chicken
  • 1 cup red salsa
  • 1 cup cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Mix masa harina, warm water, and salt to form dough.
  2. Divide dough into small balls.
  3. Flatten each ball and fill with chicken, salsa, and cheese.
  4. Fold dough over filling and seal edges.
  5. Steam tamales for 1 hour.
  6. Serve with sour cream and cilantro.

Notes

  • Adjust spice level to taste.
  • Use leftover turkey for filling.
  • Can be made a day ahead.
  • 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: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Mexican Christmas food, tamales, holiday recipes