Chevy'S Sweet Corn Tamalitos

10 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons margarine, softened
  • 1/4 cup masa harina flour
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon milk

Directions

  1. 1
    In a small bowl, mix the margarine, masa and sugar with mixer until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
  2. 2
    Blend 1/2 the corn kernels with the water in a blender until smooth.
  3. 3
    Combine with margarine mixture, stirring well.
  4. 4
    Add the remaining corn, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and milk.
  5. 5
    Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil.
  6. 6
    Pour the mixture into an 8-inch baking dish.
  7. 7
    Tightly cover with plastic wrap and set atop the saucepan of boiling water.
  8. 8
    Keep pan tightly wrapped and steam for 50 minutes to 1 hour.
  9. 9
    Check water level often, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. 10
    I have also made this in the oven, setting the pan in a water bath.
  11. 11
    I do not know the temp I had the oven on, or how long I kept it inches If anyone tries it, please add that info.

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