MexicanBreakfastMeat

Tamales

Tamales is a breakfast mexican recipe with 350 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

350 kcal

Total Time

120 min

Servings

1

Protein

12 g

Ingredients

  • masa harina.5 cup
  • lard.25 cup
  • chicken broth.5 cup
  • shredded pork50g
  • red chili sauce2 tbsp
  • dried corn husks2 piece

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the masa dough by mixing masa harina with lard or shortening, and broth.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Prepare the filling, such as shredded pork in red chili sauce.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Soak corn husks in warm water until they are pliable.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Spread a thin layer of masa on a corn husk, add a spoonful of filling in the center, and fold the husk to enclose the filling.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Steam the tamales for 1-2 hours, until the masa is firm and pulls away from the husk.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

350

Protein

12g

Carbs

35g

Fat

18g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

2 mg

Zinc

1.5 mg

Sodium

400 mg

Calcium

80 mg

Folate

50 mcg

Magnesium

40 mg

Potassium

300 mg

Vitamin C

2 mg

Vitamin A

50 mcg

Vitamin B12

0.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Tamales can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tamales

How many calories are in Tamales?

Tamales has about 350 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Tamales suitable for vegetarians?

No. Tamales is not vegetarian as written because it includes chicken broth.

Is Tamales gluten-free?

Tamales is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Tamales?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Tamales ahead of time?

Tamales can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.

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