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Authentic style Keto Pork Tamales
Anderson Jorge

Keto Pork Tamales

Low-Carb Pork Tamales – Keto Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 15 tamales
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Filling
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder trimmed and cut into chunks
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sugar-free red enchilada sauce
For the Keto Masa
  • 2 cups almond flour forming the low-carb base
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese melted for binding
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup warm chicken broth adding moisture
For Assembly
  • 12 –15 dried corn husks soaked in warm water until pliable
  • Additional enchilada sauce for serving

Method
 

  1. Season pork shoulder with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and chili powder
  2. Place pork in a slow cooker or pot and add chicken broth
  3. Cook until pork is tender and easily shredded
  4. Shred pork and mix with sugar-free enchilada sauce
  5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt mozzarella and cream cheese together until smooth
  6. Stir in almond flour, baking powder, and salt
  7. Add warm chicken broth gradually and mix until a soft dough forms
  8. Drain soaked corn husks and pat dry
  9. Spread a thin layer of keto masa dough onto each husk
  10. Spoon pork filling down the center
  11. Fold sides inward and roll tightly
  12. Place tamales upright in a steamer basket
  13. Steam until the dough firms and sets
  14. Allow to cool slightly before unwrapping
  15. Serve warm with extra enchilada sauce

Notes

  • Protein: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg