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Tamales Rojos De Puerco (Red Pork Tamales)

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This classic Mexican dish features tender pork shoulder seasoned with savory spices, wrapped in a flavorful red chili sauce, and steamed in corn husks. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection and paired with a rich, spicy red sauce. These tamales are a delicious and comforting meal for any occasion.

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Pork

Tamales

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Ingredients

(Servings: 25)

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For The Pork

2 pounds (1kg) pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 2-inch slabs

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1/2 large white onion, peeled and quartered (5 ounces; 142g)

1 large carrot, peeled, trimmed, and halved crosswise (6 ounces; 170g)

5 medium cloves garlic (25g)

2 whole bay leaves

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Calories

112kcal

5%
Fat

7g

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Saturated Fat

2g

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Carbohydrates

0g

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Fiber

0g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

9g

0%
Cholesterol

39mg

1%
Sodium

44mg

2%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Tamales Rojos De Puerco (Red Pork Tamales)

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For The Pork

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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