Salvadoran Tamale Pisques Recipe
437kcal
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
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- small mixing bowl
- Steamer pot
- String
- Cutting board and knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Method
- 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.
Nutrition
Calories437kcalCarbohydrates58gProtein6gFat20gSaturated Fat5gSodium641mgPotassium312mgFiber6gSugar2g