Macayo's Green Corn Tamale Recipe
Macayo’s Mexican Food Restaurant has been serving up mouth-watering Mexican cuisine for over 70 years. From burritos to tacos, Macayo’s is a Southwest staple. But one of their most beloved dishes is the Macayo's Green Corn Tamale. The unforgettable flavor combination will be sure to please your taste buds.
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Servings: 10 people
Calories: 153kcal
Equipment
- Parchment paper
- Stirrer
Ingredients
For Making Tamales
- 10 tamale husks
- 8 ounce can of cream corn
- 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 12 ounces canned green chiles
- 4 1/2 pounds corn masa
For Making Baja Sauce
- 2 pounds cream cheese
- Dash salt
- 2 ounces sliced canned jalapenos
- 8 ounces Half-and-Half
Instructions
- Soak and prepare tamales.
- Make Baja sauce.
- Assemble and bake tamales.
- Serve with Mexican rice, refried beans, and a side salad.
Notes
- You can replace the canned green chiles with fresh chiles if desired.
- Feel free to add additional seasonings or spices to your tamales for more flavor.
- If you like it spicy, feel free to add more jalapenos or a pinch of cayenne pepper to your Baja sauce.
- If you're using frozen tamale husks, make sure to thaw them completely before using them.
- You can serve the Macayo’s Green Corn Tamale as a main dish or use them as an appetizer.