Tamale Balls Recipe

These little Mexican-style meatballs will add a little flavor to your appetizer spread.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic purée
• 3/4 cup tomato juice
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons salt

Directions

1. Combine beef and pork; add remaining ingredients. Mix well (it will be very dry). Roll into 1-inch balls.
2. Sauce
   2 large cans diced tomatoes
   1 tablespoon chili powder
   2 teaspoons salt
3. Mix together in saucepan and simmer about 10 minutes. Next add tamale balls. Simmer until done.

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Recipe Categories

• Meal Type: Appetizer
• Preparation Time: 15-30 minutes