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Prawn Tamales Recipe

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Step #1 Soak corn husks in hot water about 30 mins or until softened.
Step #2 Drain & pat dry.
Step #3 Place masa In a large-ish bowl, & slowly add chicken broth; knead until smooth.
Step #4 Stir in baking powder & corn oil.
Step #5 Place 1 large or 2 small, overlapping corn husks open on a work surface.
Step #6 Spread 2 tbsps masa mixture in center, leaving about 2 inches bare at top & bottom.
Step #7 Layer 1 prawn, 1 pepper strip, 1/2 tbsp each cheddar & Jack cheese, & 1 tbsp spinach in center.
Step #8 Fold over sides, & then fold up the top & bottom.
Step #9 Tie with string or strip of corn husk to secure.
Step #10 Repeat with remaining husks.
Step #11 Fill a steamer basket with tamales, upright in layers.
Step #12 Cook over simmering water 60 to 90 mins, replenishing water as needed, until the husk just pulls away from the masa without sticking.
Step #13 Open corn husk, & top tamale with Cilantro-Lime Cream Sauce.
Step #14 Garnish, if desired.
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