Corn Tamales (chuchitos De Elote)

Corn Tamales, also known as Chuchitos de Elote, are a traditional Guatemalan dish made with fresh corn masa and filled with a savory or sweet filling. These tamales are wrapped in corn husks and steamed to perfection, making them a delicious and comforting meal for any occasion.

Corn Tamales (chuchitos De Elote)

Ingredients

  • 6 ears of fresh corn, husks removed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 12 corn husks, soaked in warm water until pliable

Instructions

  1. In a blender, puree the fresh corn until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the corn puree, butter, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Place a corn husk on a flat surface and spread a thin layer of the corn mixture on the center of the husk.
  4. Add your desired filling, such as shredded chicken or refried beans, on top of the corn mixture.
  5. Roll the corn husk to enclose the filling, then fold the bottom and top ends to secure the tamale.
  6. Place the tamales in a steamer and steam for 1 hour.
  7. Let the tamales cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
5g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Blender Large bowl Steamer

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Corn Tamales with a side of salsa and a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

To make the tamales even more flavorful, you can add a spoonful of salsa or a slice of cheese to the filling before steaming.

Cost

$10