Recipe

Tamal en cazuela

Name: Tamal en cazuela
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 1 pound of pork meat, cut into cubes; 2 cloves of garlic, crushed; ¼ cup of oil; 1 lemon; 1 onion; 1 ají; ½ cup of tomato sauce; ¼ cup of dry wine; 2 cups of ground tender corn; 3 cups of water or broth; Salt and pepper, to taste; A few drops of hot sauce (optional)

Cuban tamal en cazuela with ground tender corn and marinated fried pork: creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a family lunch.

CiberCubaMarch 18, 2007

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Preparation15 min
Cooking45 min
Total time1 h
Servings4 servings
DifficultyEasy

Tamal en cazuela is made with tender corn, which gives it that characteristic thick, creamy consistency. Corn flour, on the other hand, is made from dried corn and results in a more sandy and dry texture in the mouth.

Small pieces of marinated and fried pork meat are added to the tamal. Enjoy this delicious dish and bon appétit!

Method

Cut the pork meat into cubes, season with salt and pepper, and add the crushed garlic and a little lemon juice.
Heat some of the oil in a pot and sauté the meat, stirring, until it releases its fat and begins to brown.
Add the rest of the oil, stir well, and incorporate the onion, ají, tomato sauce, and dry wine.
Let it boil over medium heat for a few minutes.
Add the ground tender corn and stir well so that all ingredients are integrated.
Pour in the broth or water and continue mixing until the corn begins to thicken.
Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for about 35 minutes, stirring from time to time so it does not settle at the bottom or form lumps. It should be creamy with an intense flavor.
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Before finishing, adjust the salt and pepper, and if you like, add a few drops of hot sauce.
Serve the tamal freshly made.