Authentic Tamales: My Family’s Favourite Recipe for a Festive Feast

Ingredients

• 4 cups masa harina
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegetable shortening, softened
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken or choice of filling
• 1 cup green salsa or mole sauce, more to serve
• ½ cup chopped onions, optional
• 1 teaspoon cumin, optional
• 20-25 dried corn husks, soaked in warm water