Oaxacan Tamales
Oaxacan Tamales is a traditional Mexican dish from the region of Oaxaca. These tamales are made with masa dough, which is filled with various flavorful ingredients such as meats, cheeses, vegetables, or even fruits. What makes Oaxacan Tamales extra special is the unique blend of spices and the use of banana leaves as the wrapping, which adds a delightful aroma to the dish.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds masa dough
- 1 pound pork chicken, or beef, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 pound lard or vegetable shortening
- 1/4 pound red chili sauce
- 1/4 pound chicken broth
- 8 ounces Oaxacan cheese shredded
- 4 ounces banana leaves cut into 8x8 inch squares
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa dough, lard or vegetable shortening, red chili sauce, and chicken broth. Mix well until you have a smooth dough. Add salt to taste.
- Take a square piece of banana leaf and place about 1/4 cup of the masa dough onto the center. Spread it out, leaving enough space to add the filling.
- Add a spoonful of the shredded meat and a sprinkle of shredded Oaxacan cheese onto the masa dough.
- Fold the sides of the banana leaf over the filling, then fold the top and bottom to completely enclose the tamale. Secure it with kitchen twine or string.
- Repeat the process with the remaining masa dough, filling, and banana leaves until all the ingredients are used.
- In a steamer pot, add water to the bottom and place the tamales vertically in the steamer basket, ensuring they are tightly packed.
- Cover the pot with a lid and steam the tamales over medium heat for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the masa dough becomes firm and cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the tamales from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
- These Oaxacan Tamales are best enjoyed warm and can be served with salsa, sour cream, or your favorite Mexican toppings.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 1403kcal (70%)Carbohydrates: 183g (61%)Protein: 56g (112%)Fat: 53g (82%)Saturated Fat: 21g (131%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 139mg (46%)Sodium: 940mg (41%)Potassium: 1196mg (34%)Fiber: 17g (71%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 4100IU (82%)Vitamin C: 25mg (30%)Calcium: 864mg (86%)Iron: 19mg (106%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
