Name: Authentic Tamales de Puerco con Queso con Queso Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Nicaragua
Ingredients: 2 cups cornmeal; 1 cup masa harina (corn flour); 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 2 cups warm water; 2 pounds pork shoulder (or pork belly), cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 large white onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground oregano; 1 teaspoon ground paprika; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional); 1 can (15 oz) crushed pineapple, drained (for sweetness); 4 large banana leaves

Tamales de Puerco con Queso con Queso Nicaragua

Cornmeal-wrapped tamales filled with seasoned pork and melted cheese, a savory variation of traditional tamales.

Nicaragua tamales

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