GREEN CORN TAMALES

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I have been making Green Corn Tamales for years. They are different than regular tamales and are time comsuming but well worth it. It really helps to have another person to help with the wrapping. My DH usually helps, he is good at husking the corn and clean up. I usually make when corn is in season & cheap. My family loves them. The original recipe comes from a restaurant and I made some changes.This makes 12 to 16 good sized tamales.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Grains

Time 1h50m

Yield 12-16 Tamales

Number Of Ingredients 10

24 ears corn, save husks
1/2 lb cornmeal
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup sugar (I use Splenda) or 3/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute (I use Splenda)
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon salt
12 -16 ounces cheddar cheese or 12 -16 ounces cheese, of choice cut into 1-ounce pieces
1 (24 ounce) can whole green chilies, cut into strips
aluminum foil, for wraping (12 to 16 pieces 12x12)

Steps:

  • Cut both ends of the corn, remove husks and save for wraping,(Put husk in water), cut corn kernels off the cob, use a spoon and scrap corn cobs.
  • Place corn kernels in food processor, grind, Add cornmeal and grind together, set aside.
  • Beat shortening and butter with electric mixer until creamy, add sugar, half and half and salt; ADD corn mixture and mix well.
  • FOR each TAMALE, overlap two or more corn husk and spread some of the corn mixture onto the husk.
  • Place one cheese strip and chile strips(I used about 1/2 of a whole chile in each tamale without seeds, seeds makes then HOTER your choice).
  • Top with MORE corn mixture; Bring edges of husk over OR add another husk on top, to cover filling complety, Bring bottom of husk over tamale.
  • Wrap in foil,lay tamale on foil, bring one side over, bring up the bottom, then bring other side over leaving top open.
  • Place tamales upright in a steamer or large kettle with steamer basket in bottom.
  • Steam for 45 to 50 minutes, enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637, Fat 31.1, SaturatedFat 14.3, Cholesterol 53.9, Sodium 388.4, Carbohydrate 82.7, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 26.4, Protein 18.2

Liam Smith
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Maureen Gov
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This recipe is missing some important steps. It doesn't say how to cook the tamales.


J Louinord
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my tamales didn't turn out. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Sprinkle Lewis
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The tamales were too dry. I think I overcooked them.


Aditya tharu
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These tamales were a bit bland for my taste. I would add more seasoning next time.


Shani G (King)
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These tamales were delicious! I loved the combination of the sweet corn and the savory filling.


Mohammed Hamid
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I had never made tamales before, but this recipe made it easy. The tamales turned out great!


Dinnah MAgati
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These tamales were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth it! They were so flavorful and moist.


Jake Thompson
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I'm not usually a big fan of tamales, but these were really good! The green corn filling was especially delicious.


Suresh Officeal
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These tamales are amazing! The masa is so flavorful, and the filling is perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making these again.


Drew Farris
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I made these tamales for my family last night, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. They're definitely a keeper.


steven pro256
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These green corn tamales were a hit at my Cinco de Mayo party! The flavors were incredible, and the tamales were so moist and tender. I'll definitely be making these again.


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