Spinach and Mushroom Tamale Filling
Elevate your homemade tamales with this vibrant, savory Spinach and Mushroom Tamale Filling, a vegetarian delight that’s both hearty and packed with flavor. Sautéed onions, garlic, and earthy button mushrooms create a rich base, while fresh, wilted spinach adds a burst of color and nutrients. Aromatic spices like cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika infuse the filling with a warm, smoky depth, and a touch of optional queso fresco or shredded cheese delivers a creamy finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile filling is perfect for crafting tamales that are wholesome yet indulgent. It’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that celebrates fresh ingredients, making it a must-try for your next tamale-making adventure.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, finely chopped
- 6 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups queso fresco or shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the finely chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
Mix in the chopped spinach a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt before adding more, until all the spinach is incorporated.
Stir in the ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, combining everything thoroughly. Cook for 2 more minutes to let the flavors meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
If desired, stir in the queso fresco or shredded cheese for added creaminess.
Use immediately as a tamale filling or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.5 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.8 g | 109% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 3527 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.9 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1091 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 3124 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
