{"product_id":"dried-corn-husks","title":"Premium Dried Corn Husks – Hojas de Maíz for Tamales","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Corn Husks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eClean, flexible sun-dried corn husks — the essential wrapper for authentic tamales and hallacas.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Anywhere in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave money — bought direct from the importer \u0026amp; farmer.\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium quality at a fair price, straight from the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dried corn husks (hojas de maíz) are natural, sun-dried leaves selected for size, cleanliness, and flexibility. They are the traditional wrapper for tamales, hallacas, and other steamed dishes, holding the masa together and imparting a subtle corn aroma as they cook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the husks in warm water for about 30 minutes until soft and pliable, then shake off the excess water. Spread masa over a husk, add your filling, fold, and steam until the tamales are cooked through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose larger husks for full-size tamales, and overlap two smaller husks when needed for wider wraps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePork Tamales –\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill masa-spread husks with red-chile pork, wrap, and steam until tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Tamales –\u003c\/strong\u003e Wrap a lightly sweetened masa with raisins or pineapple for a dessert tamal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallacas –\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the husks to wrap a savory seasoned masa and filling for this festive dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(253, 126, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to soak the husks first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, soak them in warm water for about 30 minutes so they become soft and easy to fold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the husks reusable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey can sometimes be rinsed and dried for reuse, though most cooks use fresh husks for each batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHusks vary naturally in size; larger ones are ideal for full tamales and smaller ones can be overlapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep dry husks in a cool, dry place in a sealed bag for a long shelf life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Anywhere in the USA.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose your size above to add these premium dried corn husks to your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alma Pura Specialties","offers":[{"title":"1 Lb","offer_id":49159278887171,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Lb","offer_id":49159278919939,"sku":null,"price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2125\/3379\/files\/SJ_57.png?v=1784170401","url":"https:\/\/almapura.us\/products\/dried-corn-husks","provider":"Alma Pura Specialties","version":"1.0","type":"link"}