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Minced Beef and Sweetcorn Tamal al Horno

Minced Beef and Sweetcorn Tamal al Horno

Gretel Shaw
This Minced Beef and Sweetcorn Tamal al Horno is a delightful fusion of traditional Latin American flavors and modern baking techniques. Inspired by the classic tamal, this baked version offers a hearty, savory blend of minced beef and sweet corn encased in a fluffy masa dough, creating a comforting dish that celebrates rich textures and vibrant tastes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course MainCourse
Cuisine Latin American
Servings 6 portions
Calories 445 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Filling

  • Glass bowl of olive oil isolated on white background1 tbsp olive oil - extra virgin, for sautéing
  • Ripe yellow onion on a white background1 medium onion - finely chopped
  • garlic2 cloves garlic - minced
  • Raw meat mince1 lb ground beef (minced beef) - grass-fed for best flavor
  •  
    1 cup sweetcorn kernels - fresh or frozen
  • ground cumin1 tsp cumin - ground
  • Pile of red paprika powder1 tsp paprika - smoked
  • wooden bowl of salt1 pinch salt - to taste
  • Ground black pepper pile, paths, top1 pinch ground black pepper - freshly ground

Dough

  •  
    2 cups corn flour - masa harina
  • bowl of fresh chicken broth1 cup chicken stock (chicken broth or chicken bouillon) - warm
  • Baking powder, chemical leavening agent in a wooden bowl1 tsp baking powder
  • fresh butter pieces3.5 oz butter - unsalted, softened

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
  • Add the minced garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant, but not browned.
  • Stir in the minced beef, cooking until it is browned evenly. Drain any excess fat, if necessary.
  • Add sweetcorn, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the beef. Mix well and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Add the warm chicken broth gradually while stirring, until the dough is formed.
  • Beat the softened butter in, using a spatula until the dough becomes light and fluffy.
  • Grease a baking dish and spread half of the masa dough over the bottom. Layer the beef mixture evenly, then cover with the remaining masa dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until the masa is golden brown and firm to the touch.

Notes

To enhance the richness of the dish, you can add shredded cheese on top of the beef layer before covering with masa. For a vegetarian version, replace minced beef with black beans.

Nutrition

Calories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 386mgPotassium: 458mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 571IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 5mg
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