How To Make Poblano and Cheese Tamales (Tamales de Rajas con Queso)
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 dried corn husks
- 2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, and sliced into strips
- 1 cup shredded cheese (such as queso fresco or Monterey Jack)
- Salsa or hot sauce, for serving
Instructions
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Place the dried corn husks in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for about 30 minutes to soften.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, vegetable broth, vegetable shortening, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined and a smooth dough forms.
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Remove one corn husk from the water and pat dry. Spread a small amount of the masa dough onto the corn husk, leaving a border around the edges.
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Place a few slices of roasted poblano pepper and a sprinkle of shredded cheese in the center of the masa dough.
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Fold the sides of the corn husk towards the center, enclosing the filling, and then fold the bottom and top of the corn husk to seal the tamale.
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Repeat with the remaining corn husks and filling ingredients until all the dough and filling are used.
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Place a steamer basket in a large pot and fill with water until it reaches just below the basket. Bring the water to a boil.
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Arrange the tamales in the steamer basket, standing them upright with the folded side down. Cover the pot and steam for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the masa is firm.
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Remove the tamales from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
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Serve the Poblano and Cheese Tamales with salsa or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 6g
- Cholesterol : 21mg
- Sodium : 480mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 42g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 6g
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