Making the Most Delicious Tamales Sinaloa Style
What Are Tamales Sinaloa Style?
Tamales Sinaloa Style are a Mexican dish originating from the state of Sinaloa. They are made with a corn-based dough that is filled with a variety of ingredients, including pork, chicken, cheese, and chiles. The dough is then wrapped in a corn husk and steamed until cooked. Tamales Sinaloa Style are usually served with a side of salsa, sour cream, and/or guacamole.
Ingredients for Tamales Sinaloa Style
To make Tamales Sinaloa Style, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 cups of masa (corn-based dough)
- 1 pound of pork, chicken, or cheese
- 1/2 cup of lard or butter
- 1/2 cup of chopped onion
- 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup of chopped chiles
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon of oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of warm chicken broth or water
- 3 dozen corn husks
How to Make Tamales Sinaloa Style
Making Tamales Sinaloa Style is a process that requires patience and a few steps. Here's how it's done:
- Soak the corn husks in warm water for at least 30 minutes.
- Mix the masa, lard or butter, onion, bell peppers, chiles, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
- Slowly add the warm chicken broth or water to the mixture and mix until the dough is smooth.
- Spread a spoonful of the masa mixture into the center of a corn husk, then add a spoonful of the filling.
- Fold the corn husk around the filling, then tie the ends with string.
- Place the tamales in a steamer basket and steam for 45 minutes.
Serving and Storing Tamales Sinaloa Style
Tamales Sinaloa Style are best served hot and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, place the tamales in a steamer basket and steam for 15 minutes. Tamales can also be frozen for up to 6 months.