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Roasted Tamales in Salsa Verde
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Roasted Tamales in Salsa Verde

4.4 (352 ratings)

A Roasted Tamales, built on a slow, honest base, and served in Salsa Verde.

Prep
26 min
Cook
50 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb tamales
  • 1/2 cup white onion
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 2 tsp lime
  • 1 medium ground cumin
  • 1 lb corn tortillas
  • a pinch kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the tamales generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the tamales and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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