Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe is a warm, tasty dish. It’s full of flavor and perfect for dinner or a cozy night.

The dumplings taste like tamales and are soft and yummy. The soup has spices, chicken, and veggies. It’s easy to make and fun to eat.

If you love Mexican food or soups, this one is a must-try. It will fill you up and make you smile.

When I First Tried This Recipe

The first time I tried Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings, I loved it. The dumplings were soft and soaked up the tasty broth.

It reminded me of homemade tamales but easier to make. I now make it for friends and family, and they always ask for more.

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings

Equipment You Need

  • large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Spoons
  • Soup bowls.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (optional)
  • chopped cilantro for garnish.
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup masa harina
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chicken broth.

How to Make Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings

  • Heat oil in a big soup pot.
  • Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper.
  • Cook for 5 minutes until soft.
  • Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
  • Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring soup to a boil, then lower the heat.
  • In a bowl, mix cornmeal, masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add oil and chicken broth. Mix to make a soft dough.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot soup.
  • Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  • Add chicken if using, and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Top with cilantro before serving.

Tips for Success

  • Use masa harina for the best tamale flavor.
  • Add more chili if you like spicy food.
  • Try adding corn or chopped zucchini for more veggies.
  • Don’t overcook dumplings or they’ll get hard.
  • Use fresh broth for a better taste.

What to Serve with It

Mexican Rice
It’s soft and soaks up the broth well. It adds more flavor to the meal.

Guacamole
It’s creamy and cool, which balances the soup’s heat. A perfect fresh side.

Warm Tortillas
They are great for dipping and make the meal feel extra cozy.

Final Thoughts

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe is warm, filling, and full of flavor. The dumplings are soft and taste just like tamales.

The broth is rich and tasty. It’s great for dinner, parties, or a quiet night at home. Try it once and you’ll want it again!

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Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe

Tamale Soup with Tamale Dumplings Recipe is a warm, tasty dish. It’s full of flavor and perfect for dinner or a cozy night.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large soup pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Ladle
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spoons
  • Soup bowls.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken optional
  • chopped cilantro for garnish.
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup masa harina
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chicken broth.

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a big soup pot.
  • Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper.
  • Cook for 5 minutes until soft.
  • Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
  • Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring soup to a boil, then lower the heat.
  • In a bowl, mix cornmeal, masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add oil and chicken broth. Mix to make a soft dough.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough into the hot soup.
  • Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  • Add chicken if using, and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Top with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use masa harina for the best tamale flavor.
  • Add more chili if you like spicy food.
  • Try adding corn or chopped zucchini for more veggies.
  • Don’t overcook dumplings or they’ll get hard.
  • Use fresh broth for a better taste.
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