Tamal Pie Recipe for Three Kings Day

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This tamal pie recipe is part of a sponsored collaboration with JCPenney and DiMe Media. However, all opinions expressed are my own.

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Tamal Pie recipe for Three Kings Day dinner celebration

I love tamales but do not want to spend too much time in the kitchen, so I decided to prepare a Tamal Pie recipe for Three Kings Day dinner celebration this upcoming January 6th.

This recipe has all my Mexican cuisine flavors and celebrates an important tradition for my latino culture #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
This recipe has all my Mexican cuisine flavors and celebrates an important tradition for my Latino culture

This tamal pieĀ recipe has all my Mexican cuisine flavors and celebrates an important tradition for my Latino culture.Ā The arrival of the Three Kings also referred to as three Wise Men or Magi, who followed a star across the desert for twelve days to Bethlehem to finally meet with Baby Jesus and brought him gifts to welcome the newborn king.

El DĆ­a de Reyes, is one of the most significant holiday celebrations in Latin America and Mexico is one of the big festivitiesĀ that bring the families together to enjoy a piece of Rosca de Reyes, a bread that is part of the inheritance from the Spaniardā€™s whom along with the Christianity they brought the culture and craft of the bread.

For us Latinos in the U.S., this is an important holiday that allows us the opportunity to share ourĀ family traditions with our children and grandkids too, and to connect with our roots while enjoyingĀ favorite dishes like thisĀ Tamal Pie that is a perfect addition to such an important day.

I bought a beautifully crafted Cooks 5 piece Bakeware Set that includes a rectangular baking pan that is perfect for the tamal pie #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
I bought a beautifully crafted Cooks 5 piece Bakeware Set that includes a rectangular baking pan that is perfect for the tamal pie

Since I want to make this Three Kings dinner celebration a memorable one, I decided to go shopping with my husband to my neighborhood’sĀ JCPenneyĀ where I found an array of kitchen gadgets and decor for my dinner table.Ā 

JCPenney has their own kitchen brand called Cooks #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
JCPenney has their kitchen brand called Cooks

I didn’t know, butĀ JCPenney has their kitchen brand called “Cooks” and since I needed bakeware set to replace my old I bought a beautifully craftedĀ Cooks 5 piece Bakeware SetĀ that includes a rectangular baking pan that is perfect for the tamal pie.

The Cooks line also includes a very handy tool for us home chefs, the Cooks Mini Food Chopper #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
The Cooks line also includes a convenient tool for us home chefs, the Cooks Mini Food Chopper

The Cooks line also consists of a convenient device for us home chefs, the Cooks Mini Food Chopper. If you don’t have one go and get one, this is my favorite tool for chopping garlic, chiles, cilantro and for making quick sauces.

For my table set up I decided to get the JCPenney Home Florence Damask Tablecloth in white ivory color #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
For my table set up, I decided to get the JCPenney Home Florence Damask Tablecloth in white ivory color

For my table set up, I decided to get the JCPenney Home Florence Damask Tablecloth in white ivory color and added the matching napkins too.

Added an ornament keepsake for my guests to take home #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
Added an ornament keepsake for my guests to take home

To make it fancier, I purchased napkins rings and added an ornament keepsake for my guests to take home.

My special table set up for Three Kings dinner celebration #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
My special table set up for Three Kings dinner celebration

Everyone knows I love fresh flowers, so wanted to get a white flower vase to complement my table set and I found one at JCPenney that goes perfectly with all my selections.

There's no doubt that JCPenney is a one-stop shop for Three Kings Day #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
There’s no doubt that JCPenney is a one-stop shop for Three Kings Day

While visiting the store, I found so many great gifts and jewelry for everyone in my list as well asĀ Star Wars merchandise for the children and the kids at heart. There’s no doubt that JCPenney isĀ a one-stop shop for Three Kings Day entertaining and for buying gifts for the whole family.

Tamal Pie or Tamal de Cazuela for Three Kings Day Dinner Celebration #JCPStyle #DiMeMedia #ad
Tamal Pie or Tamal de Cazuela for Three Kings Day Dinner Celebration

Now, I am ready to celebrate with my family this exceptional day while we enjoy a delicious tamal pie recipe, drink hot chocolate and share with my beloved ones what my culture is all about.Ā LikeĀ JCPenney Latino on Facebook, check out their tips on how to make your DĆ­a de Los Reyes celebration even more magical: facebook.com/JCPenneyLatino

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Tamal Pie Recipe for Three Kings Day

Chef Adriana Martin
I love tamales but do not want to spend too much time in the kitchen, so I decided to prepare a Tamal Pie recipe for Three Kings Day dinner celebration this upcoming January 6th. This Tamal Pie is made with shredded pork, guajillo sauce, and corn masa. 
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican Cuisine
Servings 10 servings
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups of corn masa harina or instant corn masa for tortillas reconstituted with 2 1/2of warm water
  • 1 1/3 cup of pork lard or vegetable shortening
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1 pound of pork meat used for stews
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of oregano
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 4 cups of guajillo sauce
  • 1 cup of Mexican crema for garnishing

Instructions
 

  • On the pressure cooker add the pork and fry with soybean oil, season with cumin, oregano, and chicken bouillon. Add 3 cups of guajillo sauce and cook for 45 minutes. 
  • For making the guajillo sauce, add 2 garlic cloves, 8 guajillo peppers and 1 cup of water to a saucepan and cook until tender. Blend and strain sauce to get a velvety consistency. Cook at low flame and season with cumin and salt to taste. 
  • On a bowl add the instant corn masa for tortillas and combine with 2 1/2 cups of warm water until you get a smooth, soft masa. Using the electric mixer, beat the lard with the baking powder for one or two minutes until reaching a light texture. Continue beating and add the smooth, soft masa on three additions. Then add the broth and season with salt. Test the batter has the appropriate consistency by dropping a dollop of the dough on a glass with cold water. If the dough floats the masa for the tamal is good to go. 
  • Grease the rectangular baking pan and then spoon the tamal batter covering well the bottom of the pan. Then add the pork on guajillo sauce and finish with another layer of the tamal dough. 
  • Turn on the oven to 385 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the tamal for 40-45 minutes until center springs back when pressed lightly and the top is golden brown. 
  • Let the tamal pie stand a few minutes before cutting. Serve on a plate and drizzle with some of the guajillo sauce and Mexican crema.  
  • You can eat with a side of refried beans if desired and paired with Mexican hot chocolate. 

Nutrition

Serving: 0gCarbohydrates: 0gProtein: 0gFat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg
Keyword guajillo, pork, tamales
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