Recipes from Mexico :: Mexican Tortillas and Breads
This was a forerunner of the tamale. 1 c. flour 2 c. cornmeal 3/4 c. milk or water 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. Mexican oregano 2 Tbsp. chili powder 1/8 tsp. garlic powder 8 pieces boiled beef, finger size 1 tsp. shortening 8 clean corn husks Mix all ingredients except meat and corn husks. Spread thick dough on corn husks. Add cooked meat. Wrap and steam for 1/2 an hour. It can also be baked at 400 degrees fahrenheit for 20 mins.
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