Tamales Verdes

Tamales Verdes are a delightful Mexican dish featuring masa stuffed with a zesty green salsa and tender vegetables, all wrapped in corn husks and baked to perfection. This dairy-free version offers a light and flavorful twist on a beloved classic.

Ingredients

• Dried corn husks - 10 pieces
• Masa harina - 1 cup
• Vegetable broth - 1/2 cup
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green tomatillos - 200 grams, husked and quartered
• Jalapeño - 1 small, seeded and chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Black beans - 1/2 cup, cooked and drained
• Corn kernels - 1/2 cup, fresh or frozen

Steps

1. Soak the dried corn husks in warm water for at least 30 minutes to soften.
2. In a pot, combine the tomatillos, jalapeño, and garlic with enough water to cover. Boil for about 10 minutes until softened.
3. Drain the cooked vegetables and blend them with cilantro until smooth to make the green salsa. Set aside.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, salt, olive oil, and vegetable broth. Mix until a dough forms.
5. Take a soaked corn husk and spread about 2 tablespoons of masa dough onto the wide end, leaving about an inch border. Add a spoonful of black beans and corn on top of the masa, then drizzle with green salsa.
6. Fold the sides of the corn husk over the filling, then roll from the bottom to secure the tamale. Repeat with all husks and filling.
7. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Arrange the tamales upright in a baking dish and pour any remaining green salsa over the top.
8. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until set.
9. Let the tamales cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with extra salsa and cilantro on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from masa and vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatillos and cilantro.

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