A tamale, in Spanish tamal, is a traditional Mesoamerican dish made of masa, a dough made from nixtamalized corn, which is steamed in a corn husk or banana leaves. [1] The wrapping can either be discarded prior to eating or used as a plate.

Tamal is a Mexican dish dating back to the Aztecs, consisting of corn masa dough with a filling that can be either savory or sweet, steamed and wrapped in corn husks, leaves, or banana leaves. The tamales are traditionally accompanied by atole, a masa drink.

2020年2月3日 · Make the tamal dough: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the lard and 2 tablespoons of broth until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Combine the masa flour, baking powder, salt, and cumin in a separate bowl; stir into the lard mixture and beat well with an electric mixer.

2023年2月8日 · Tamales are a unique Pre-Columbian dish that is believed to have originated in Mesoamerica, the land between North and South America. Mexican tamales are perhaps the best-known version, however, almost all of the Central and South American cultures have adopted the dish into their own style of cooking.

2022年2月20日 · A tamale (aka tamal in Spanish) is a traditional dish that dates back to Mesoamerican times. It is made with masa, a treated corn dough that can or cannot be stuffed, and is wrapped in a banana leaf, plantain leaves, or corn husk and then steamed.

2024年11月25日 · Serving: 1 tamal | Calories: 212 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 13 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 15 mg | Sodium: 188 mg | Potassium: 74 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 450 IU | Vitamin C: 0 mg | Calcium: 200 mg | Iron: 0.8 mg

2025年3月1日 · Tamale, in Latin American cuisine, is a small steamed cake of dough made from corn (maize). The dough, masa harina, made of corn flour and slaked lime, is spread on a corn husk, a filling is added, and the whole is wrapped up and steamed until cooked through. Fillings may contain meat, cheese, chilis, or other ingredients.

Discover the flavors of Lima with this tamal criollo recipe, adapted from Peru Travel, Peru's official tourism website. This recipe involves blending corn, chicken, eggs, olives, and the warmth of mirasol ají peppers and wrapping it in corn husks or banana leaves.

2025年2月20日 · Whether they're filled with beans, squash flowers, or fish, I make it a point to try all variations I come across, and I encourage you to do the same. I’ve developed recipes for my preferred tamal fillings of puerco rojo, pollo con salsa verde, and birria that are great filling options with this tamal recipe. But before you even get to the ...

2023年12月14日 · Refold and return tamal to the pot. Cook 5 minutes more and check again. Once tamales are done, turn off the heat, uncover and let tamales sit for 10 minutes before unwrapping.