Authentic Tamales are a lot of work but soooo worth it! If you are having trouble finding the MaSeCa (a very popular brand of corn masa, it is the one I use) or Corn Husks locally there is an excellent online Mexican grocer that offers these and other ingredients at fair prices. Find them at www.MexGrocer.com Check out the pictures for how to assemble the actual tamales. If you have any questions please feel free to send me a message I'm happy to help!
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1 (6 -8 lb) pork roast
1 (5 lb) chicken
1/2 cup corn oil
6 tablespoons chili powder
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoons salt
4 lbs corn masa corn flour (I use MaSeCa brand)
6 tablespoons paprika
6 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons cumin seeds
6 tablespoons chili powder
6 tablespoons garlic powder
4 cups corn oil
4 quarts of reserved broth
1 bag corn husks
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