ABUELA'S TAMAL EN CAZUELA - GRANDMA'S TAMALE CASSEROLE

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OH MY! Everyone on the Crew LOVED this dish when we prepared it. The recipe has just the right amount of meat for our liking, however you could definitely omit it entirely and turn this into a delicious vegan recipe as well. We substituted juice from a navel orange in place of the sour orange and it turned out great. YUM!

Provided by Jennie Pagano

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb lean pork cut in cubes
1 Tbsp salt
1 tsp ground pepper
1 tsp dry oregano
1 pinch ground cumin
6 peeled and mashed garlic cloves
1/4 c sour orange juice
IF YOU CAN'T FIND SOUR ORANGES OR EVEN BOTTLED SOUR ORANGE IN YOUR AREA YOU COULD SUBSTITUTE FOR A REGULAR ORANGE OR CITRUS OF YOUR LIKING
1 lime, juiced
4 c ground corn meal
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped and seeded
1 can(s) tomato sauce (8oz.)
1/2 c dry cooking wine
1/2 c cooking oil of your preference
6 c warm water

Steps:

  • 1. Mix garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, cumin, sour orange and lime juices.
  • 2. Pour over pork and let it stand for 10 minutes.
  • 3. Heat oil in a large pot and add the pork, reserve the marinade. Brown the pork and then remove from the pan.
  • 4. In same pan, cook the onion and bell pepper until the onion is translucent (a couple of minutes).
  • 5. Stir in tomato sauce, wine, marinade, pork, corn meal and warm water.
  • 6. Reduce heat, cover the pan and let it simmer for about an hour. Stir occasionally.
  • 7. **If it's too thick you can add some more water while it simmers.**

MONAF AHMED
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I am always looking for new and easy recipes for tamales. This casserole is a great addition to my recipe collection. It is easy to make and it is always a hit.


HR OFFICIAL YT
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This casserole is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. I usually add a lot of chopped vegetables to the filling. They don't even notice that they are eating vegetables!


Athman Fetty
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I love that this casserole is so versatile. I can add any type of meat or vegetables that I want. It is a great way to clean out my fridge.


Subaeer Rasool
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually shred the chicken and add it to the casserole. It is a great way to make a quick and easy meal.


Nomi Ghakkar
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This casserole is a great way to introduce people to tamales. It is not as spicy or as messy as traditional tamales, but it still has all of the flavor.


You Caan
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I have been making this casserole for years and it is always a favorite. I love the combination of flavors and textures. The masa is so smooth and creamy, and the filling is so savory and flavorful.


Supriya Bhattarai
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This casserole is perfect for a potluck or a party. It is easy to transport and it is always a hit. I usually make two casseroles so that I have one for the party and one for my family.


Hannah Brooks
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I love that this casserole can be made ahead of time. I usually make it the night before and then bake it the next day. It is a great way to save time on busy weeknights.


Leeza Maharjan
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover tamales. I simply shred the tamales and add them to the casserole. It is a quick and easy meal that is always a hit.


Vivian Lupo
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I was a bit hesitant to try this casserole because I am not a fan of tamales. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors are amazing and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


kami lopez
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This casserole is a staple in my family. We make it for every holiday and special occasion. It is always a hit!


Sunil Arrow
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I love this casserole! It is so easy to make and it is always a crowd-pleaser. I usually double the recipe so that I can have leftovers.


Sidhartha Goswami
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This casserole was a hit at my potluck! Everyone raved about the flavor and the texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Fire Burn
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Absolutely delicious! I made this casserole for my family and they all loved it. The flavors are amazing and the cheese is perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Aryan Haris
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This casserole is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The masa is smooth and creamy, while the filling is savory and tangy. The cheese adds a nice richness, and the green chiles add a bit of heat. I will definitely be making this again!