wikiHow Tamales Recipe Ingredients: For the filling: * 1 lb cooked and shredded chicken or pork (or vegetarian options like mushrooms, cheese, or beans) * 1 large onion, diced * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 2 teaspoons cumin powder * 2 teaspoons chili powder * 1 teaspoon salt * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper * 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce For the masa: * 3 cups masa harina (corn flour) * 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth * 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder * 1 teaspoon salt * 1 cup lard or vegetable shortening (if you're making traditional tamales) For the assembly: * Corn husks, soaked in hot water for at least 30 minutes * Kitchen twine or strips of corn husks Instructions: To make the filling, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cooked and shredded meat, diced onion, minced garlic, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion is softened. Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside. To make the masa, combine the masa harina, chicken or vegetable broth, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, beat the lard or vegetable shortening until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the masa mixture to the bowl with the lard and beat until well combined. To assemble the tamales, spread a thin layer of masa onto the smooth side of a soaked corn husk, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Spoon some of the filling down the center of the masa. Fold one side of the corn husk over the filling, then fold the other side over to enclose the filling. Fold the bottom end of the husk up and tie it with kitchen twine or a strip of corn husk to secure the tamale. Repeat with the remaining corn husks and filling, until you have used all of the masa and filling. Place the tamales in a steamer basket and steam them for 1-1 1/2 hours, or until the masa is cooked through and pulls away from the husk easily. Serve the tamales warm, topped with your favorite toppings or garnishes such as salsa, diced onion, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sour cream. Page