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Beef Tamales Recipe

Delicious homemade beef tamales, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Tamale Dough

  • 4 cups masa harina
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup lard or vegetable shortening
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Beef Filling

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Assembly

  • 30 pieces corn husks soaked in warm water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Prepare the beef filling: In a large pot, combine beef chuck, beef broth, red chili sauce, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours until the beef is tender. Shred the beef using two forks.
  2. 2. Prepare the tamale dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the lard until fluffy. Gradually add the masa mixture and chicken broth to the lard, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. 3. Assemble the tamales: Spread a thin layer of tamale dough onto the center of each soaked corn husk. Add a spoonful of beef filling in the center. Fold the sides of the husk in, then fold the bottom up.
  4. 4. Steam the tamales: Place the tamales upright in a steamer. Steam for about 1 hour, or until the dough is firm and pulls away from the husk easily.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Beef, Mexican, Tamales
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