CHILE FOR TAMALES

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This is a wonderful marinade for pork tamales. Just blend the chilies with some water and oregano, and mix with pork before assembling tamales.

Provided by J3NET

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

20 dried red chile peppers - washed, with stems and seeds removed
5 cups water
1 teaspoon dried, crushed Mexican oregano
3 cloves garlic, crushed
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Wash dried peppers and remove stems and seeds. Place in a blender or food processor with the water, oregano, garlic, and a pinch or two of salt.
  • Blend on high until peppers are thoroughly pureed, pulsing occasionally. Adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 389.5 mg

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