Smoky & Creamy Tamales de Rajas

Smoky & Creamy Tamales de Rajas

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Love tamales de rajas? This traditional cheese tamales recipe blends smoky poblano peppers and melty cheese for a comforting homemade treat. Try it today!

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups (480 g) masa harina (corn flour for tamales)
  • 2 ½ cups (600 ml) warm chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 ½ cups (340 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 large poblano peppers (about 12 oz / 350 g total)
  • 1 medium white onion, thinly sliced (about 1 cup / 150 g)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (120 g) crumbled queso fresco or shredded Oaxaca cheese
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Mexican crema or sour cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 20-24 dried corn husks (soaked in warm water for 30 minutes)

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