Hot Tamales
Hot Tamales are traditional Mexican-style tamales featuring seasoned, chopped pork wrapped in corn husks. Rich with cumin, chili powder, and garlic salt, they offer a flavorful, savory experience perfect for gatherings or family meals that celebrate authentic Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Soak corn husks in hot water for about an hour or more; the longer, the better.
- Boil the pork meat until tender; save the liquid broth.
- Chop the cooked pork into small pieces.
- In a frying pan, heat a small amount of Crisco oil.
- Add the chopped pork to the pan and brown slightly.
- Add garlic salt, ground cumin, and chili powder to the pork.
- Pour a little broth into the pan, stir, and cook for about 10 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
840
kcal
42% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).