Description
Pork Tamales Rojos are a traditional Mexican delight that combines tender, slow-cooked pork with a rich red chili sauce, all wrapped in a fluffy masa. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family dinners, these tamales offer an explosion of flavor with every bite. The process of making them can be a fun family activity, and the results are sure to impress. Serve them warm with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, or crema fresca for an authentic culinary experience. This recipe allows you to create delicious Pork Tamales Rojos that will become a cherished staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 lbs pork shoulder, cut into cubes
- 50 corn husks
- 12 dried guajillo chiles
- 4 dried ancho chiles
- 4 cups lard
- 8 cups Maseca (instant corn masa mix)
- Seasonings: cumin, oregano, garlic, jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the pork filling by soaking chiles, creating a purée, and simmering with seasoned pork until tender.
- Make masa by whipping lard and mixing it with Maseca and reserved cooking liquid until fluffy.
- Assemble tamales by spreading masa on soaked corn husks, adding filling, folding, and steaming until cooked through.
- Serve warm with desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg