Soak corn husks in a bowl of water for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse well. Pat dry and set aside.
Place 5 cups of the corn kernels in a food processor. Process until coarsely pureed.
Combine the pureed corn, masa harina, lukewarm water, baking powder, salt and vegetable oil in a large bowl. Mix until well blended. Set aside.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil medium heat. Add pepper, onion and red pepper flakes. Saute for 7-10 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
Transfer the vegetables to a food processor. Add tomatillo, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, cilantro and salt. Process until smooth.
Place a soaked corn husk on a flat surface.
Place 3 tablespoons of the masa mixture in the center of the corn husk.
Flatten the masa mixture with your hand. Form a small well in the center of the mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon of sautéed vegetables to the well.
Fold the long side of the corn husk over the filling to cover. Fold over the ends so that they overlap.
Tie with a thin strip torn from an extra soaked husk.
Repeat to make 40 tamales in all.
In a large saucepan, bring 2-3 inches of water to boil. Place tamales on a perforated rack and position just above the water. Cover and steam for 1-1.5 hours, or until masa mixture is firm.
Place all of the vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Season with garlic, salt, black pepper, allspice, and chili flakes. Drizzle with olive oil. Toss the mixture thoroughly to combine.
Line a sheet pan with foil.
Turn seasoned vegetable mixture on to sheet pan. Spread the vegetables out on the pan.
Place pan in oven. Roast for 7 minutes. Remove from oven.
Roast Fish
Cut fish fillets into 2 inch pieces.
Season fish pieces with salt and black pepper.
Place the fish pieces on top of the vegetables.
Return fish and vegetables to the oven. Roast for 8 minutes.
These are a fun and interactive way to get kids cooking with you! Once all the ingredients are chopped, the whole family can roll their own spring rolls! And don't be afraid to add your vegetables or even fruit- mango slices make a lovely addition!
These are a fun and interactive way to get kids cooking with you! Once all the ingredients are chopped, the whole family can roll their own spring rolls! And don't be afraid to add your vegetables or even fruit- mango slices make a lovely addition!
