Leftover Turkey Tamales
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Turn your holiday leftovers into something truly special with these Leftover Turkey Tamales, a classic comfort dish made easier (and tastier) with JENNIE-O® Turkey. Fluffy, seasoned masa wraps around a savory filling of tender turkey, smoky paprika, and zesty chili powder, all steamed to perfection in soft corn husks.
Each tamale is packed with flavor and warmth, the perfect way to bring family together for a hands-on cooking day or to give your leftover turkey a second life. Serve them fresh from the steamer with your favorite salsa, a squeeze of lime, and plenty of smiles around the table.
Total Time
2 hours 50 minutes
Serving Size
Makes 10 Servings
Masa Dough:
3
cups masa harina
1
tablespoon paprika
1
tablespoon chili powder
1
tablespoon garlic powder
1
teaspoon ground cumin
1
teaspoon salt
1
cup corn oil
1
quart chicken or turkey broth, divided
Filling:
1
tablespoon olive oil
1
onion, chopped
2
cloves garlic, minced
3 1/2
cups finely chopped leftover JENNIE-O® Turkey
1
teaspoon paprika
1
teaspoon dried oregano
1
teaspoon chili powder
1
teaspoon salt
1/4
teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4
teaspoon cayenne pepper
In large bowl filled with warm water, soak corn husks 1 hour, or until softened. Drain.
Masa Dough:
In bowl of stand mixer, place masa harina, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and 1 teaspoon salt; mix in corn oil. Mix in 3½ cups broth, 1 cup at a time, until dough is smooth and the consistency of thick peanut butter. Set aside remaining ½ cup broth for the filling.
Filling:
In large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and garlic. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until softened. Remove from heat. Stir in turkey, paprika, oregano, chili powder, salt, and peppers. Stir in reserved broth.
Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon dough in center of each soaked corn husk; top with 1 heaping tablespoon turkey filling. Roll husk around dough and filling, tucking bottom of husk into tamale. Tie a corn husk strip or string around each tamale to secure. Into a large steamer pot, place a steamer insert; fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Stand tamales upright in steamer, cover, and steam until cooked through, about 1 hour, adding more water as needed.
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