Basic Masa Dough

Name: Basic Masa Dough
Ingredients: 2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 2 ancho chiles; 1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears); 3 3/4 cups masa harina; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/4 cup chilled lard

7 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
2 ancho chiles
1 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
3 3/4 cups masa harina
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup chilled lard

Directions

1

Combine chicken broth and ancho chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH for 2 minutes or until chiles are tender; cool slightly, Combine broth mixture and corn in a blender; process until smooth.
2

Lightly spoon masa harina into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine masa harina, salt, and baking powder, stirring well with a whisk. Cut in lard with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add broth mixture to masa mixture; stir until a soft dough forms. Cover and chill until ready to use.