Make Tamales con Salsa Roja

Recipe: Tamales con Salsa Roja

Ingredients:
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup lard or vegetable shortening
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup salsa roja (store-bought or homemade)
- Corn husks, soaked in warm water

Step by step guide:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the lard or vegetable shortening until fluffy.
3. Gradually add the masa mixture and chicken broth to the lard, mixing well until a soft dough forms.
4. Take a soaked corn husk and spread a thin layer of the masa dough on it, leaving space around the edges.
5. Place a spoonful of shredded chicken in the center of the dough.
6. Fold the sides of the corn husk over the filling to form a tamale.
7. Repeat with the remaining ingredients until all tamales are assembled.
8. Place the tamales in a steamer and steam for about 1.5-2 hours, or until the masa is cooked through.
9. Serve the tamales hot with salsa roja drizzled on top.

Enjoy your delicious tamales con salsa roja!