Green Chili Tamales Recipe

Name: Green Chili Tamales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces corn husks; 1 pound tomatillos husks removed; 2 jalapeno peppers seeded; 6 cloves garlic peeled; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chicken stock; 3 1/2 cups masa harina; 2 1/4 cups warm water; 1 cup lard; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 cup chicken broth; 4 cups cooked shredded pork preferably from shoulder; 1/2 cup cilantro chopped; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

8 ounces corn husks
1 pound tomatillos husks removed
2 jalapeno peppers seeded
6 cloves garlic peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken stock
3 1/2 cups masa harina
2 1/4 cups warm water
1 cup lard
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 cup chicken broth
4 cups cooked shredded pork preferably from shoulder
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1
Place corn husks in large stockpot and cover with water. Weight down with plate to keep husks submerged. Soak 4 hours, up to overnight.
2
Preheat broiler. Place tomatillos, jalapeno peppers and garlic on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and broil until tomatillos are charred on all sides, turning as needed, 5-10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly. Transfer everything to blender or food processor (including juice) and process until pureed. Pour into a saucepan and add stock. Simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.
3
Combine masa harina and warm water in large bowl. Place lard, salt and baking powder in bowl of stand mixer. Beat until light and fluffy. Beat in masa harina in 4 additions. Gradually add stock on low speed, forming a soft dough.
4
Mix together ingredients in large bowl.
5
Tear 3 large husks into 1/4-inch-wide strips to use as ties and set aside. Open 2 large husks on work surface. Spread 1/4 cup dough in 4-inch square in center of each husk, leaving 2- to 3-inch border at narrow end of husk. Spoon heaping tablespoon filling in strip down center of each dough square. Fold long sides of husk and dough over filling to cover. Fold up both ends of husk and tie with strips of husks. Repeat with remaining husks.
6
Set the Smart Oven+ Attachment base pan with heating element and Steamer Water Basin.
7
Pan on the oven rack. Fill Water Basin Pan with 4 cups of water, cover with Lid and place in oven. Select STEAM mode and preheat for 10 minutes.
8
Arrange tamales on Perforated Steamer Tray and place Tray in Water Basin Pan; cover with Lid. Steam for about 45 minutes, until firm. Serve immediately or at room temp with Green Chili Sauce.

1045

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces corn husks, 1 pound tomatillos husks removed, 2 jalapeno peppers seeded, 6 cloves garlic peeled, and more.

Yes, Green Chili Tamales falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Chili Tamales

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Variations & substitutions

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