Ricotta Tamales
Ingredients
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated carrot
- 1/4 cup grated zucchini
- Corn Husks for tamales
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak the corn husks in warm water until soft and pliable.
- Finely grate the carrot and zucchini.
- In a bowl, mix the ricotta with the grated vegetables.
- Add salt to taste and stir until well combined.
- Place about two tablespoons of the mixture in the center of each corn husk.
- Fold in the sides and the bottom of the husk, leaving the top open so the tamal can breathe.
- Arrange the tamales upright in a steamer.
- Steam for about one hour, or until fully cooked.
- Let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
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