Fried Tamale on a Stick

By Coppermouse

Ingredients

• 1 Pound Prepared Taco Meat
• 3 Cups Masa Harina
• 3 Cups Warm Water
• 1/4 Cup Butter
• Oil for frying

Preparation

Step 1

Make your favorite taco meat, whether it be with Old El Paso seasoning from a packet or a homemade spice blend with sauteed peppers and onions. Allow to cool.

2. Prepare tamale dough by mixing butter and masa harina and salt, then slowly adding the water. The dough should become wet and moldable. It should be around the consistency of peanut butter.

3. Flatten some dough in your hand, then add a spoonful of your taco meat, then wrap the dough around the meat forming a ball.

4. Steam your tamale balls for about two hours.

5. Remove the balls from the steamer, dust with flour, and fry for a few minutes until browned on all sides.

6. Serve with salsa.