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Salvadoran Tamale Pisques Recipe

Salvadoran Tamale Pisques Recipe

Hi there just tried the El Salvador dish called a Salvadoran Tamale Pisques recipe here at home!
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Salvadoran
Keyword: Salvadoran Tamale Pisques Recipe
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 437 kcal
Salvadoran Tamale Pisques Recipe

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • Steamer pot
  • String
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

  • 4 cups masa harina (corn flour)
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening
  • 2 tsp. baking powder
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup cooked and mashed red beans
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 16 banana leaves, cleaned and cut into 8-inch squares

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina, warm water, vegetable shortening, baking powder, and salt. Mix until the dough comes together and is smooth.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, mix together the mashed red beans, tomato sauce, diced green and red bell pepper, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, and black pepper.
  • Add the bean mixture to the masa dough and mix well.
  • Take a banana leaf square and place about 1/2 cup of the masa mixture in the center. Fold the leaf around the mixture, creating a rectangular package. Tie with a string to keep the package together.
  • Place the tamales in a large steamer, cover, and steam for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the masa is cooked through.
  • Remove from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

 
Make sure to soak the banana leaves in warm water for at least 30 minutes before using them to wrap the tamales.
To make the process easier, have a friend or family member help you wrap the tamales.
You can add other vegetables or spices to the filling, such as diced jalapeno or shredded carrots.

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 641mg | Potassium: 312mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g
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