Tamale Soup with Dumplings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Soup Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound ground beef or shredded cooked chicken
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon oregano
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1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
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4 cups beef broth or chicken broth
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1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
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1 (15 oz) can sweet corn, drained
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1/2 cup enchilada sauce, red or green
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1 tablespoon lime juice
→ Tamale Dumplings
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1 cup masa harina
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon melted butter or lard
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1/2 cup warm chicken broth (add more if needed)
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1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
→ Garnish
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Sour cream
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Diced avocado
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Shredded cheese
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Lime wedges
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, draining excess fat if needed. Stir in onion and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes until softened. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and oregano. Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, pinto beans, corn, and enchilada sauce. Stir well, bring to a simmer, and cook for 15-20 minutes to blend flavors.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together masa harina, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter and warm chicken broth until a soft dough forms. Mix in cheese if using. The dough should be slightly sticky but hold its shape.
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Reduce the soup to a gentle simmer. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized masa dumplings into the soup. Cover the pot and let dumplings cook for 15-20 minutes, until they are firm and cooked through.
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Stir in lime juice for a fresh finish. Ladle soup into bowls and top with cilantro, sour cream, avocado, cheese, and lime wedges.
# Notes:
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Add a diced jalapeño or extra chili powder for more heat.
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You can use shredded rotisserie chicken or ground turkey instead of beef.
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If the dumpling dough is too dry, add more warm broth in 1 tablespoon increments.
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To thicken the soup, stir in ¼ cup masa harina mixed with ½ cup water before adding dumplings.