Sweet Pineapple Tamales Recipe
Are you ready for a tasty journey? Try this Sweet Pineapple Tamales Recipe! They're like a special treat that adds a tropical twist to the usual tamale.
Ingredients
- 1 can Pineapple (drained and finely chopped) (20 ounces)
- Corn husks
- 2 lb Fresh corn masa dough
- 2 tbsp Water (warm)
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Vegetable shortening
- 1 cup White sugar
- ½ tsp Baking soda
Instructions
- Soak corn husks in boiling water for 30-60 mins. Drain and set on a work surface, covering with a damp towel.
- Combine masa dough, baking soda, and water. Knead until smooth. Add water gradually.
- Beat butter, shortening, and sugar until creamy. Slowly add masa dough, kneading. Mix in chopped pineapple.
- Spread 1 tbsp masa onto a corn husk. Fold into a tamale. Repeat.
- Place the steamer in a saucepan with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer. Add tamales, and cook covered for 1 hour.
Notes
- Make sure your pineapple bits are drained well to avoid too much moisture in the masa.
- Adjust sugar for a balanced sweetness in the masa.