HERDEZ® Roasted Corn Tamales with Chipotle Shrimp

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
HERDEZ® Roasted Corn Tamales with Chipotle Shrimp
225 min.
20
233kcal

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Prepare to indulge in a culinary masterpiece with our HERDEZ® Roasted Corn Tamales with Chipotle Shrimp, a dish that seamlessly blends rich flavors and delightful textures. With each bite, you'll experience the comforting essence of traditional tamales, elevated by the smoky zest of chipotle sauce and the tender succulence of shrimp. This gluten-free recipe is not just a meal, but a feast perfect for gatherings, ensuring that everyone at your table enjoys a memorable dining experience.

Imagine the warm aroma of roasted corn wafting through your kitchen as you prep these tamales. The process may take a little time—about 225 minutes—but trust us, the outcome is well worth the wait. The combination of masa flour and lard ensures a perfectly fluffy and savory base for your tamales, while the vibrant flavors of HERDEZ® Traditional Chipotle Mexican Cooking Sauce transform the shrimp into a culinary delight that’s both spicy and satisfying.

This dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and serves up to 20 people, making it an ideal choice for festive occasions or family meals. Delight your guests with the visual appeal of beautifully crafted tamales, and let them savor the burst of flavors that only homemade Mexican cuisine can offer. Dive into this authentic recipe and experience the joy and warmth of traditional cooking, one tamale at a time!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup chicken stock see 
  • 12 ounce herdez® chipotle mexican cooking sauce traditional
  • 20  corn husks dried
  •  ears corn 
  • cups masa flour 
  • pounds shrimp shelled deveined
  • ounces lard 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • hand mixer
  • grill
  • stand mixer
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Soak corn husks in warm water until pliable (About 2 hours).
  2. Roast corn on grill or under broiler until lightly browned.
  3. Cut kernels from the cobs.
  4. With a stand mixer, beat lard/shortening together with 1/4 cup butter until very light (5 to 6 minutes).
  5. Mix masa and baking powder together.
  6. Alternate beating masa flour mix and chicken stock to lard mixture with an electric mixer until all are fully incorporated and the mixture is spreadable. Fold in the roasted corn.
  7. Take approximately 3 tablespoons of the masa and place in the middle of 1 corn husk. Fold the husk into the middle and wrap around the masa. Fold the ends in to make a parcel. Use strips of husk to make a tie and tie up the parcel.
  8. Place tamales in a steamer and steam for 40 to 45 minutes. While tamales are steaming, heat a skillet to medium-high and add 2 tablespoons butter.
  9. Add shrimp and then sauce and cook until sauce is heated through and shrimp are pink.
  10. Serve 2 or 3 tamales (removed from husks) per serving with shrimp and sauce drizzled over.

Nutrition Facts

Calories233kcal
Protein20.58%
Fat41.93%
Carbs37.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.1
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.8065217490429%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:233.49kcal
11.67%
Fat:11.31g
17.4%
Saturated Fat:3.26g
20.4%
Carbohydrates:22.75g
7.58%
Net Carbohydrates:16.98g
6.18%
Sugar:7.8g
8.67%
Cholesterol:76.4mg
25.47%
Sodium:112.93mg
4.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.48g
24.97%
Fiber:5.77g
23.08%
Phosphorus:136.34mg
13.63%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.54%
Copper:0.21mg
10.46%
Magnesium:30.36mg
7.59%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.41%
Folate:28.25µg
7.06%
Iron:1.18mg
6.58%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.32%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.82%
Calcium:54.31mg
5.43%
Potassium:187mg
5.34%
Vitamin K:4.67µg
4.45%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.03%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.76%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.5%
Selenium:1.93µg
2.75%
Vitamin A:76.57IU
1.53%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.46%
Source:Allrecipes