Authentic Pork Tamales Rojos Recipe

Name: Authentic Pork Tamales Rojos Recipe
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 12 h
Total time: 12 h 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 7-8 pounds pork butt or pork shoulder; 2 1/2 cups water; 1 tablespoon sea salt; 6 tablespoons broth with fat pieces from cooked pork; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 6 1/2 cups Red Chile Sauce; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 Batch Masa for Tamales (or masa harina tamal dough); Corn husks (hojas)

Instructions

Prep:35minCook:12h

Authentic Mexican pork tamales rojos made with tender shredded pork simmered in a rich red chile sauce, wrapped in soft masa, and steamed to perfection. A traditional family recipe perfect for holidays, tamaladas, and make-ahead meals.

Updated at: Thu, 28 May 2026 00:15:08 GMT