2 pounds fresh masa for tamales from a tortilleria or 3 cups of masa harina para tamales mixed with 2 cups water or chicken stock and left to rest, covered, for 15 minutes (see note above)
8 ounces lard, preferably back lard (see note above)
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup homemade chicken stock or store-bought low-sodium broth, plus more as needed
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