Tamales De Ayote Guatemaltecos (guatemalan Pumpkin Tamales)

Tamales de Ayote Guatemaltecos, or Guatemalan Pumpkin Tamales, are a traditional dish made with a flavorful masa dough and a sweet and savory pumpkin filling. These tamales are a popular choice for special occasions and celebrations in Guatemala.

Tamales De Ayote Guatemaltecos (guatemalan Pumpkin Tamales)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups masa harina
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 2 cups cooked and mashed pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 12 dried corn husks

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the masa harina, vegetable broth, and coconut oil to form a smooth dough.
  2. In another bowl, combine the mashed pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to make the filling.
  3. Soak the corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes to soften.
  4. Spread a thin layer of the masa dough onto each corn husk.
  5. Add a spoonful of the pumpkin filling to the center of the dough.
  6. Wrap the tamales and tie the ends with strips of corn husk.
  7. Steam the tamales for 1 hour.
  8. 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

Large bowl Steamer

Tools

Spoon Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the tamales with a side of salsa and a hot cup of coffee.

Tips & tricks

To save time, you can prepare the pumpkin filling and masa dough a day in advance.

Cost

$10