Pinto Bean and Beef Tamales
These delicious pinto bean and beef tamales are filled with a flavorful mixture of seasoned ground beef and creamy pinto beans.
Ingredients - Serves 12
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Shredded cheese - 1/2 cup
- Salsa - 1/2 cup
- Pinto beans - 1 cup, cooked
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1, finely chopped
- Ground beef - 1 pound
- Vegetable shortening - 1/2 cup
- Beef broth - 1 1/2 cups
- Masa harina - 2 cups
- Dried corn husks - 24
Let's Get Started
- Soak the dried corn husks in warm water for about 1 hour, or until they are pliable.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, beef broth, and vegetable shortening. Mix until well combined and the dough comes together.
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet with the cooked beef. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pinto beans, salsa, shredded cheese, and cilantro to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- Take a soaked corn husk and spread a thin layer of the masa dough onto the husk, leaving a border around the edges.
- Place a spoonful of the beef and bean mixture onto the center of the masa dough.
- Fold the sides of the corn husk over the filling, then fold the bottom of the husk up. Secure with a strip of soaked corn husk or kitchen twine.
- Repeat the process with the remaining corn husks and filling.
- Place the tamales in a steamer basket and steam for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the masa dough is cooked through and firm.
- Remove the tamales from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Serve the pinto bean and beef tamales warm with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 2g