Description
Pork Tamales Rojos are a beloved staple of Mexican cuisine, celebrated for their rich flavors and comforting texture. This traditional dish features fluffy masa enveloping tender pork simmered in a robust red sauce made from a blend of authentic chiles. Perfect for family gatherings, festive celebrations, or cozy dinners, these tamales are not only delicious but also fun to make with loved ones. The combination of savory filling and soft masa creates a satisfying meal that is sure to impress. With options for customization, you can adapt the recipe to suit your taste preferences while staying true to its roots.
Ingredients
Scale
- 50 corn husks
- 5 lbs pork shoulder
- 12 dried guajillo chiles
- 4 dried ancho chiles
- 4 dried pasilla negro chiles
- 2 cups lard
- 8 cups Maseca (instant corn masa mix)
- Spices: cumin, oregano, chili powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork Filling: Cut pork into cubes, season with salt, and brown in oil. Soften chiles in boiling water, blend with aromatics, and add to the pork along with stock; simmer until tender.
- Make the Masa: Whip lard until fluffy, mix in baking powder and salt, then alternate adding Maseca and liquid until spreadable.
- Assemble Tamales: Soak corn husks, fill with masa and pork mixture, fold properly.
- Steam Tamales: Place in steamer basket and steam for 1-1¼ hours until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg