Tamale Tartlets

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Tamale Tartlets
Level
Easy
Prep 
5 min
Cook 
10 min
Servings
8 servings
  • For a fun party appetizer, these tamale tartlets are all you need. Corn masa on the bottom, topped with shredded pork, cilantro and cheese make easy tamale bites for a festive gathering.

The Secret Ingredient

Ingredients

  • 1 cup prepared tamale masa
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup leftover shredded pork Red Chile Pork Tamale Pie recipe (recipe found on this site)
  • Chopped cilantro, crumbled Cotija cheese and radish cut into matchsticks (optional)

Make It

Step 1

Shape masa into small balls (about a tablespoon each) and flatten into small disks.

Step 2

Heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Fry tartlets for 5 minutes. Turn over; fry for an additional 5 minutes or until lightly golden. Top with 1 tablespoon pork. Garnish with cilantro, cheese and radish. Serve warm.