Beef Tamales
Beef Tamales are a delightful Mexican classic, featuring seasoned ground beef enveloped in fluffy corn masa and wrapped in tender corn husks. Each tamale is a burst of rich flavors and comforting textures that bring joy to any gathering or family dinner. With their savory filling and satisfying bite, these tamales are not just food; they’re a celebration of tradition, perfect for creating cherished memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 tamales 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 2 cups corn masa flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 10 dried corn husks (soaked)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak dried corn husks in warm water for about an hour.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and ground beef; season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until beef is fully browned. Let cool.
- In a bowl, mix corn masa flour with baking powder and salt; gradually add chicken broth until you achieve a soft dough.
- Spread two tablespoons of masa on each soaked husk, add one tablespoon of cooled beef filling, fold up from the bottom, tuck in sides, and tie if desired.
- Steam tamales upright in a steamer pot for about an hour until firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg