Hot Tamales Recipe

Name: Hot Tamales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. ground meat; 1/2 tsp. red pepper; 2 tsp. garlic powder; 6 medium onions, blended; 2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 8 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. oregano; 1 (2 oz.) chili powder; 1/2 c. water; 1/2 c. yellow corn meal or masa; 1 can tomato sauce; 2 tsp. cumin powder; 2 tsp. paprika

Servings: persons

2 lb. ground meat
1/2 tsp. red pepper
2 tsp. garlic powder
6 medium onions, blended
2 tsp. cayenne pepper
8 tsp. salt
2 tsp. oregano
1 (2 oz.) chili powder
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. yellow corn meal or masa
1 can tomato sauce
2 tsp. cumin powder
2 tsp. paprika

1
Put all ingredients in large bowl and mix well by hand.
2
Take about 1 tablespoon at a time.
3
Roll in yellow corn meal or masa. Wrap in papers.
4
Wet papers first so they will not be stiff.
5
Take string and tie 3 tamales together at a time.
6
Put tamales in large roasting pan.
7
Pour boiling water to completely cover all the tamales.
8
To the pot, add 1 can tomato sauce and 1 ounce chili powder.
9
Cover and simmer for 2 hours.

120

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. ground meat, 1/2 tsp. red pepper, 2 tsp. garlic powder, 6 medium onions, blended, and more.

Yes, Hot 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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