Vegan Tamales

 Vegetarian Tamales

2 c. masa harina
2 c. water, warm
1 tsp aluminium free baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp. chicken style seasoning
1/2 c. soy margarine

Filling:
1 1/2 c.textured vegetables protein, chunky style
1 can mild red sauce, 16 oz
20 corn husks
5 veggie burgers(Morning Star)
1 c.frozen vegetables
1 green pepper (spicy if preferred)

Preparation:

Place the corn husks in a large bowl. Fill with warm water to cover, then place a plate or pan on top of the husks to submerge them for 1 hour.

Meanwhile, make the masa dough. In a medium-large mixing bowl mix the masa harina, baking powder, salt, seasoning , margarine and warm water.

Next, drain the corn husks, and start filling them one by one with the Filling ingredients. First spread the masa dough with a spatula, then add a tsp. of sauce, one slice of burger, one slice of pepper, and a few veggies. Wrap them nicely and place them in a large steaming pot. cover the tamales with some corn husks add 3 cups of water and steam them for 1 1/2 hour covered. When they are done let them sit for 15 minutes.

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