Sweet Corn Tamales

Name: Sweet Corn Tamales
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 6 cups corn kernels; 4 tablespoons lard, at room temperature; 50 grams butter; 1 tablespoon salt; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; corn husks, soaked in hot water; sour cream, to serve

Melissa Veytia

Sweet corn tamales ✅ typical of the State of Michoacán, Guerrero, and Mexico are made from ground tender corn, butter, and lard. Resulting in a mixture with a very smooth and sweet consistency that makes them a delicacy of Mexican cuisine. These little tamales are served with a bit of sour cream that adds moisture and flavor to every bite.

If you are a lover of sweet corn tamales, you definitely can't miss this recipe. You will become an expert in making them and can prepare them whenever you crave them. They are perfect to serve during national holidays, Día de Muertos, and posadas.

Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 19-09-2017

Preparation

30 mins

40 mins

Low

Place the corn kernels in the processor and process for 2 minutes. Set aside. Whip the lard and butter, add salt, sugar, and baking powder, and mix until combined. Fill the corn husk with 2 tablespoons of the previous mixture, wrap, and cook in a steamer until well cooked. Serve with cream and enjoy.

Nutritional information

* Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Energy

31.6

kcal

1.58%

Carbohydrate, by difference

Protein

3.4

6.8%

Total lipid (fat)

7.2

11.08%

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