Name: Chicken Stuffed Tamale Ring
Prep time: 135 min
Cook time: 95 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 1 kilo tomatillo; 7 serrano chiles; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 onions; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 sprig fresh cilantro; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for the filling; 1/2 onions, filleted, for the filling; 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped, for the filling; 1 cup Poblano chile, sliced, for the filling; 1/4 cups corn kernels, for the filling; 1 1/2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded, for the filling; salt, for the filling; pepper, for the filling; 250 grams lard, for the dough; chicken broth, for the dough; 750 grams masa mix for tamales, for the dough; 1 tablespoon baking powder, for the dough; 1 tablespoon salt, for the dough; corn husks; water, hot; sour cream, for serving; queso fresco, for serving; corn kernels, for serving; fresh cilantro, for presentation

Preparation

40 mins

1h 35 mins

Low

For the sauce, in a pot, heat a tablespoon of oil and fry the tomatoes along with the chili, garlic, and onion for 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are slightly soft. Pour in the chicken broth, add the cilantro, and cook for 15 minutes. Chill slightly and blend until you obtain a smooth sauce.