Tamale Stuffing

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1
Mouth-watering Tamale Stuffing recipe for your dinner table
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 40 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 poblano peppers
1 kg masa harina flour ( corn meal and lard mixture for making tortillas )
2 teaspoons baking powder
salt
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups hot water
3 garlic cloves , chopped
1 tablespoon chipottle peppers in adobo seasoning or 1 tablespoon chipottle salsa
1 bunch green onion , chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
2 links dried chorizo sausage
2 tablespoons soy or other cooking oil
3 tablespoons capers
4 banana leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
487
Sugar
1g
Fat
27g
The Tamale Stuffing is a classic Mexican dish that's often served for special occasions or holidays. This recipe is a unique twist on the traditional recipe as it's gluten-free. The stuffing is made of roasted poblano peppers, masa harina flour, and chorizo sausage, all wrapped in banana leaves, giving it a rich flavor and a distinctive texture. This recipe is simple to make and is sure to impress your friends and family. Serve it hot for an unforgettable dinner experience.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Roast the poblano peppers, peel and deseed them, then chop coarsely.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina flour, baking powder, salt, chicken broth, and hot water.
4.Mix in chopped garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, chopped green onions, cumin, and orange zest.
5.Dice the chorizo sausage and place it in a skillet. Cook 5-8 min or until the sausage is brown, then add it to the mixing bowl. Mix evenly.
6.Brush each banana leaf with oil and place them in a large baking dish. Use each leaf to create a well in the center of the dish and put a portion of the stuffing mixture in the middle of each leaf.
7.Sprinkle capers on top of each stuffing portion, then wrap the banana leaves over the stuffing to form a package. Bake for 1 hour.
8.Serve hot.

PROS

This Tamale Stuffing recipe is delicious and filling, providing a perfect winter meal.
It’s also gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for people with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

CONS

The preparation of the banana leaves for the stuffing can be time-consuming, and the dish takes a while to cook.
But the rich and unique flavor of the Tamale Stuffing is well worth the wait.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Tamale Stuffing is a healthy and nutritious choice that offers several health benefits. The poblano peppers and garlic are known for supporting immunity and heart health, while the cumin helps reduce inflammation. Plus, the chorizo sausage adds protein to the dish. However, since the recipe contains masa harina flour and lard, it’s essential to consume in moderation.

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