Honduran Corn Tamale

Name: Honduran Corn Tamale
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: Mexican, Latin American, American
Ingredients: 2 cups masa harina (corn flour); 1½ cups chicken or vegetable stock (warm); ¼ cup lard or vegetable shortening; 1 tsp baking powder; ½ tsp salt; 1 cup cooked (shredded chicken (or pork, optional)); ½ cup diced potatoes (cooked until tender); ½ cup diced carrots (cooked until tender); ½ cup cooked red beans; ½ cup tomato sauce; 1 clove garlic (minced); 1 small onion (finely chopped); 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 8-10 fresh banana leaves (cleaned and cut into 12-inch squares); ½ cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:1h 15min

Soft corn masa tamales filled with chicken, vegetables, beans, and spices, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until tender. Traditionally served with sour cream.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:08:25 GMT