Tamales Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tamales
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups tortilla flour, masa harina; 2 cups warm water; 1 cup butter, refridgerated; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ cup onion, chopped fine; 1 garlic clove, minced; 12 lb ground beef; ¾ cup tomato puree; ½ cup apple, peeled cored and chopped; ¼ cup raisins; 2 tablespoons parsley, snipped; 2 tablespoons almonds, toasted and chopped; ½ tablespoon vinegar; ½ teaspoon honey; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

3 cups tortilla flour, masa harina
2 cups warm water
1 cup butter, refridgerated
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup onion, chopped fine
1 garlic clove, minced
12 lb ground beef
¾ cup tomato puree
½ cup apple, peeled cored and chopped
¼ cup raisins
2 tablespoons parsley, snipped
2 tablespoons almonds, toasted and chopped
½ tablespoon vinegar
½ teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon pepper

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["Mix together tortilla flour and water, cover and let stand 20 minutes.", "In large bowl beat together butter and salt until fluffy.", "Beat in flour mixture until well combined.", "Using Corn husks or aluminum foil as a wrapper add 2 tablespoons dough onto each wrapper until dough is all used up.", "Spread to 5""x3"" rectangle on each one.", "In skillet over medium heat saute onion and garlic until onions are clear.", "Add ground beef and cook until no longer pink.", "Drain fat.", "Add remainder of ingredients, cover and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.", "Add 1 tablespoon meat mixture to each tamale wrapper.", "Roll up tamales and seal ends.", "Place tamales on rack in steamer.", "Add water to just below rack level.", "Bring to a boil, cover and steam for 40 - 45 minutes or until tamale pulls away from wrapper.", "adding water as needed."]

4308

kcal

Calories

323

Fat

Carbs

245

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 3 cups tortilla flour, masa harina, 2 cups warm water, 1 cup butter, refridgerated, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Tamales falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Tamales

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