Tamalitos Verdes Recipe

Name: Tamalitos Verdes Recipe
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Peruvian

Recipe By Slurrp

Tamalitos verdes are small and flavorful Mexican tamales made with fresh corn, green chilies, and cilantro. The dough is light and fluffy, while the filling is packed with the vibrant flavors of the green chilies and cilantro. These tamalitos are traditionally steamed in corn husks, which adds a subtle corn flavor to the dish. They can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal, and are perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients For Tamalitos Verdes Recipe

2 cup Fresh Corn Kernels
2 Green Chilies, Seeded And Chopped
0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro
0.5 teaspoon Salt
2 cup Masa Harina
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
as needed Corn Husks For Wrapping
as required Optional: Cheese Or Meat For Filling

Directions : Tamalitos Verdes Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.In a blender, blend together the corn, green chilies, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
STEP 2.In a large bowl, mix the corn mixture with the masa harina and baking powder.
STEP 3.Spread a spoonful of the dough onto a corn husk and fold it into a tamale shape.
STEP 4.Steam the tamalitos for about 30-40 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
STEP 5.Serve the tamalitos with salsa or your favorite toppings.

Cooking Tips

If fresh corn is not available, you can use canned or frozen corn.
You can add cheese or meat to the filling for extra flavor.
Soak the corn husks in warm water before using to make them pliable.

Storage and Serving

Store any leftover tamalitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat them in the microwave or steam them again before serving.
Serve the tamalitos as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal.

Nutrition
value

374

calories per serving

34 g Fat4 g Protein13 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

34 g Fat
4 g Protein
13 g Carbs
7 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
13 g
Protein
4 g
Fiber
7 g

Fats

Fat
34 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
117 mg
Iron
4 mg
Vitamin A
1431 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
1 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
81 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
32 mg
Vitamin E
6 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
65 mg
Manganese
1 mg
Phosphorus
37 mg
Selenium
2 mcg
Zinc
1 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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