Basic Masa Dough

Basic Masa Dough
You can never have too many hor d'oeuvre recipes, so give Basic Masa Dough a try. One serving contains 77 calories, 2g of protein, and 1g of fat. This recipe serves 26. If you have ancho chiles, baking powder, masa harina, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, dairy free, and vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Combine chicken broth and ancho chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH for 2 minutes or until chiles are tender; cool slightly,
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2
Combine broth mixture and corn in a blender; process until smooth.
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3
Lightly spoon masa harina into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
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4
Combine masa harina, salt, and baking powder, stirring well with a whisk.
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5
Cut in lard with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resembles coarse meal.
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6
Add broth mixture to masa mixture; stir until a soft dough forms. Cover and chill until ready to use.
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DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings26
Health Score9
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