Description
Wake up to the irresistible aroma of Mexican breakfast tamales! These soft, steamy bundles of masa are filled with savory meats or veggies, making them the perfect start to your day. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or enjoying a cozy morning at home, tamales add a festive touch to any meal. Pair them with salsa or guacamole for an extra zesty kick!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 cup warm water or broth
- 1 cup filling (shredded chicken, roasted veggies, etc.)
- 10 corn husks (soaked in warm water)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salsa verde or rojo for serving
Instructions
- Soak corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes until soft.
- In a bowl, mix masa harina with warm water or broth until smooth and airy.
- Prepare filling by combining cooked meat or veggies with spices.
- Spread 2 tablespoons of masa dough on each corn husk, add filling, and fold tightly.
- Steam tamales upright in a pot of boiling water for 1 to 1.5 hours until masa pulls away from husk easily.
- Serve hot drizzled with salsa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale (80g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg