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Have you ever tried making TAMALES and failed? Are you looking for an easy way to make delicious TAMALES that will leave your friends and family impressed? Look no further! This blog post will provide all the tips and tricks you need to create the perfect masa dough.
For the masa dough itself, you will need: masa harina, corn oil or avocado oil, stock, baking powder, salt, ground cumin and pork (cooked and shredded/pulled). Masa Harina is finely-ground nixtamalized corn flour - “Maseca” is the most popular brand. Corn oil or avocado oil are preferred because they have milder flavors than other oils. For stock, you can use chicken, beef or vegetable stock - it’s up to you! Baking powder, salt and ground cumin are all important seasonings for the masa.
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Masa Harina: The base of any good masa dough recipe is the masa harina. This is a finely-ground nixtamalized corn flour that gives the dough its distinct flavor and texture. The most popular brand of masa harina is Maseca. When shopping for it, make sure to read the label carefully as some brands may contain lard or other animal fats so it’s important to check the ingredients list before purchasing.
Oil: To give your masa dough a light and fluffy texture you will need to add some type of oil such as corn oil or avocado oil. These neutral flavored oils are ideal because they won’t overpower the delicate flavors of the other ingredients. However, if you don’t have either of those on hand, any mild-flavored oil will do.
Stock: To bring out the flavor of your masa dough you will need to add some type of stock such as chicken stock, beef stock or vegetable stock. This will help enhance the flavors of your dish while also adding moisture which will create a soft and pliable texture for rolling out your tortillas or tamales.
Seasonings: To season your masa dough you will need baking powder for leavening along with salt and ground cumin for flavor. All three can be easily found in any grocery store but if you’re looking for something special try using smoked paprika or chipotle powder for an extra depth of flavor in your dish.
Filling: For filling, you can use cooked and shredded/pulled pork (such as carnitas), Oaxaca cheese (which is similar to mozzarella) or both combined together! If you’re making vegetarian tacos then opt for just cheese and seasonings like onion powder and garlic powder instead!
For vegetarians, cheese is another delicious option that can be used on its own or paired with other fillings like vegetables. Oaxaca cheese (sort of a Mexican mozzarella) is highly recommended but really any type of cheese can do. Once all your ingredients are ready to go it’s time to start assembling them into one delicious masterpiece!
Making your own delicious homemade masa TAMALES has never been easier! All it takes is some carefully chosen ingredients such as Masa Harina flour, corn oil or avocado oil, stock, baking powder, salt, ground cumin pork (or cheese) and you’ll be well on your way to creating a tasty dish that will impress even your pickiest guests. So what are you waiting for? Get started today on mastering this delectable Mexican delicacy!
The secret to creating delicious TAMALES lies in the ingredients.
For the masa dough itself, you will need: masa harina, corn oil or avocado oil, stock, baking powder, salt, ground cumin and pork (cooked and shredded/pulled). Masa Harina is finely-ground nixtamalized corn flour - “Maseca” is the most popular brand. Corn oil or avocado oil are preferred because they have milder flavors than other oils. For stock, you can use chicken, beef or vegetable stock - it’s up to you! Baking powder, salt and ground cumin are all important seasonings for the masa.
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
Masa Harina: The base of any good masa dough recipe is the masa harina. This is a finely-ground nixtamalized corn flour that gives the dough its distinct flavor and texture. The most popular brand of masa harina is Maseca. When shopping for it, make sure to read the label carefully as some brands may contain lard or other animal fats so it’s important to check the ingredients list before purchasing.
Oil: To give your masa dough a light and fluffy texture you will need to add some type of oil such as corn oil or avocado oil. These neutral flavored oils are ideal because they won’t overpower the delicate flavors of the other ingredients. However, if you don’t have either of those on hand, any mild-flavored oil will do.
Stock: To bring out the flavor of your masa dough you will need to add some type of stock such as chicken stock, beef stock or vegetable stock. This will help enhance the flavors of your dish while also adding moisture which will create a soft and pliable texture for rolling out your tortillas or tamales.
Seasonings: To season your masa dough you will need baking powder for leavening along with salt and ground cumin for flavor. All three can be easily found in any grocery store but if you’re looking for something special try using smoked paprika or chipotle powder for an extra depth of flavor in your dish.
Filling: For filling, you can use cooked and shredded/pulled pork (such as carnitas), Oaxaca cheese (which is similar to mozzarella) or both combined together! If you’re making vegetarian tacos then opt for just cheese and seasonings like onion powder and garlic powder instead!
For vegetarians, cheese is another delicious option that can be used on its own or paired with other fillings like vegetables. Oaxaca cheese (sort of a Mexican mozzarella) is highly recommended but really any type of cheese can do. Once all your ingredients are ready to go it’s time to start assembling them into one delicious masterpiece!
Making your own delicious homemade masa TAMALES has never been easier! All it takes is some carefully chosen ingredients such as Masa Harina flour, corn oil or avocado oil, stock, baking powder, salt, ground cumin pork (or cheese) and you’ll be well on your way to creating a tasty dish that will impress even your pickiest guests. So what are you waiting for? Get started today on mastering this delectable Mexican delicacy!
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