Best Easy Corundas Recipe

Triangular-shaped tamales from Michoacán made with fresh corn masa and wrapped in corn plant leaves. These unique vegetarian family tamales showcase a distinctive regional shape and preparation.

Cook 90 min Difficulty NORMAL 210 kcal
#vegetarian #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • fresh corn masa 3 cups
  • baking powder 1 tsp
  • unsalted butter 3 tbsp
  • whole milk 0.5 cup
  • corn plant leaves 12 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • salt 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 35 g 67%
Protein 5 g 10%
Fat 4 g 23%
Serving size 120g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Soak the corn plant leaves in warm water for 30 minutes until pliable, then drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel.

  2. 2

    Combine fresh corn masa, baking powder, salt, unsalted butter, and whole milk in a large mixing bowl. Knead thoroughly until the dough is smooth, moist, and slightly fluffy.

  3. 3

    Divide the masa mixture into 12 portions and shape each into a triangle by pressing with your fingers; keep hands slightly moistened to prevent sticking.

  4. 4

    Place each masa triangle onto a corn plant leaf, wrap to create a snug triangular pocket, and fold excess leaf over to seal firmly.

  5. 5

    Arrange wrapped corundas upright in a steamer basket, cover with a damp cloth, and steam over medium-high heat for 90 minutes. Reduce heat to low for the final 15 minutes to ensure even moisture without overcooking. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Corundas Recipe?
The key ingredient is fresh corn masa, which forms the distinctive dough for corundas. Corn masa defines the regional flavor and texture, giving corundas their unique identity compared to other tamales.
Q. How does heat control affect the texture of corundas during steaming?
Steaming corundas over medium-high heat for 90 minutes ensures the dough is cooked evenly. Reducing the heat to low for the final 15 minutes prevents dryness and maintains moisture, resulting in a tender, soft corunda.
Q. How can I avoid overcooking or undercooking the corundas?
Use pliable corn plant leaves and tightly wrap each triangle to help seal in moisture. Steam for the recommended time, and cover with a damp cloth to prevent drying. Let them rest for 10 minutes after steaming for best texture.
Q. What is the nutritional profile per serving for this recipe?
Each serving contains 210 kcal, with about 35g of carbohydrates (67%), 5g of protein (10%), and 4g of fat (23%). Corundas are mostly carb-based, making them a satisfying vegetarian option.
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