Hot Tamales

Directions

1. 1
   Cook beef in small amount of lard for 10 to 15 minutes; add onions and garlic continuing to cook.
2. 2
   Season to taste with salt, red pepper and chili powder; add tomato paste.
3. 3
   Cook until all ingredients are done.
4. 4
   Let meat set for a few minutes; remove fat from top.
5. 5
   Make a mush by pouring boiling water over cornmeal; season to taste.
6. 6
   Spread mush over shucks.
7. 7
   Place thick line of meat in center of mush and roll up.
8. 8
   Place in large cooker or Dutch oven.
9. 9
   Pour in 3 cups boiling water.
10. 10
    Cover and cook slowly for 3 hours.