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Hard 1 hr 41 min~280 kcal 5/10
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Tamales de Elote
Tender Mexican sweet corn tamales steamed in corn husks with butter, a little sugar, and a soft breakfast-friendly texture.
Hard⏱️ 1 hr 25 min📖 1 min readServes 6~310 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 45 min cook 5 min rest
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Timeline
Total 1 h 25 min- Prep35 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking45 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the dough
- 600 gr Fresh corn kernels
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Cornmeal
- 70 gr Butter
- 1 adet Egg
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Baking powder
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Salt
For wrapping
- 12 adet Corn husks
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Instructions
- 1
Soften the corn husks in hot water for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 2
Pulse the fresh corn kernels in a food processor until they become a coarse puree.
- 3
Whisk the butter, egg, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 4
Add the corn puree and cornmeal to the butter mixture to make a thick pourable dough.
- 5
Put 2 tablespoons of dough on each corn husk and fold from the sides.
- 6
Stand the tamales upright in a steamer and cook for 40-45 minutes, until the dough sets.
45 min45:00 - 7
Rest for 5 minutes and serve warm inside the husks.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: If the corn is very juicy, add 1-2 tablespoons of cornmeal to the dough; otherwise it falls apart inside the husk.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve tamales de elote warm with optional clotted cream, lor cheese, or hot tomato sauce.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
8
g protein
48
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 10%Carbs 61%Fat 29%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Milk
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Tamales de Elote make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Tamales de Elote take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 45 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 85 minutes in total.Is Tamales de Elote difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Tamales de Elote have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 48g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Tamales de Elote contain?
This recipe contains Milk, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Tamales de Elote belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Tamales de Elote need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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