Side dishe for 16

Tamale Masa Dough

Name: Tamale Masa Dough
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 1/3 cups lard; 2 1/2 cups broth; 1 tsp baking powder; salt to taste (optional)

Mix masa harina with lard, broth, baking powder, and salt, then rest the dough before using it for tamales.

$0.09per serving $

75 minstart to table

16servings

Mexican Dairy-free Low-carb Budget Side dishes

Ingredients

1 1/3 cups lard
2 1/2 cups broth
1 tsp baking powder
salt to taste (optional)

Steps

Warm the broth in a small saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Beat the lard in a large bowl for 5 minutes until light and smooth.
Mix the masa harina, baking powder, and salt into the lard.
Pour in the warm broth gradually and stir until a soft, spreadable dough forms.
Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Beat the dough for 5 minutes, adding water one tablespoon at a time if it feels dry.