How To Make Sweet Tamales with Pineapple and Coconut
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- Corn husks, soaked in water
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the masa harina, sugar, butter, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
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Gradually add the pineapple juice to the masa mixture, stirring until it forms a soft dough.
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Take a soaked corn husk and spread a thin layer of the masa mixture onto it, leaving a border around the edges.
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Place a few pineapple chunks and shredded coconut in the center of the masa mixture.
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Fold the sides of the corn husk towards the center, enclosing the filling, and then fold up the bottom.
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Repeat until all the masa mixture and filling are used.
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Place the tamales in a steamer or a large pot with a steamer basket.
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Steam the tamales for 1 hour, or until the masa is cooked through and firm.
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Allow the tamales to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 30mg
- Sodium : 200mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 50g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 20g
- Protein : 4g
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