Gather your loved ones and celebrate with a fun and festive tamalada! This guide covers the essentials for a successful tamale-making party. Key Elements for Your Tamalada Prep Station: Designate an area for masa mixing. Ensure you have large bowls, spatulas, and extra broth. Filling Zone: Have all fillings (pre-cooked and warm) in accessible bowls … Read more
Mastering the art of the tamale is a rite of passage for any lover of authentic Mexican cuisine. This guide breaks down the essential components — masa, filling, and husk — to help you build a flawless foundation for your next batch. The Anatomy of a Perfect Tamale The Masa: The soul of the tamale. … Read more
Celebrate the season with this classic Red Chili Pork recipe, the heart of any festive tamalada. Ingredients 5 lbs prepared corn masa 1 lb dried corn husks (soaked) 3 lbs pork shoulder (simmered and shredded) 2 cups red chili sauce (guajillo and ancho based) 1 cup pork broth Instructions Filling: Mix shredded pork with chili … Read more
Elevate your traditional tamalada with this sophisticated Roasted Poblano & Goat Cheese recipe. Ingredients 4 cups fresh masa 1 cup browned butter (cooled) 2 tsp sea salt 1 cup vegetable broth 6 large poblano peppers (roasted, peeled, and sliced) 8 oz chèvre (goat cheese) Corn husks (soaked) Instructions Masa: Whip masa, browned butter, and salt. … Read more
The hallmark of a gourmet tamale is a masa that is as light as a cloud, never dense or dry. The secret to achieving this restaurant-quality texture is aeration. By treating your fat source — whether traditional lard or a high-quality plant-based alternative — like a cake batter, you create a stable emulsion that traps … Read more
