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California Shortcut "Tamales"
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Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
– 3/4 cup California milk
– 1/2 cup chicken stock
– 5 tablespoons softened California butter, divided
– 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
– 1 cup chopped California Oaxaca, Asadero or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
– 2 tablespoons diced green chiles
– 4 fried eggs
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Directions:
We've used the same ingredients as traditional tamales but streamlined the process. Great for breakfast, brunch or a quick dinner.
Makes 4 servings.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Stir together masa, milk, stock, 3 tablespoons butter, baking powder, garlic salt and 3/4 cup cheese in a medium bowl (dough will be soft).
Divide into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a 1/2-inch thick circle.
Place equal amounts cheese and chiles in the center of 4 circles.
Cover with remaining circles and press lightly to enclose, pinching edges well to seal in ingredients.
Melt remaining butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add masa circles and cook for 5 minutes.
Turn and cover skillet; cook for 5 minutes more or until golden brown on both sides, adding additional butter if desired.
Top each with a fried egg and serve with salsa, avocado, unsalted crema and snipped fresh cilantro.
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