South American Cooked Masa
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 4
- Yields:
-
4-7 cups
ingredients
- 4 cups chicken stock (pork, beef, or veggie stock may be used instead)
- 6 cups masa harina (such as Maseca para tamales)
- 3 cups butter, melted (can use margarine or lard if you prefer)
- 2 teaspoons salt
directions
- Mix the stock and masa harina in a large bowl with a heavy wooden spoon. Add the melted butter and the salt, mixing well.
- Transfer the mixture to a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, and place over medium-high heat. Stir constantly, bringing mixture to a low boil. Keep stirring for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes heavy and dense.
- Use for your preferred tamal recipe.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Muffin Goddess
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