Ingredients

Method

In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal with water and a pinch of salt, knead until you get a dough and set aside.

In a large pan, heat a bit of the lard and sauté the beef, pork, and chicken until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.

In the same pan, add a bit more lard and sauté the onion, bell peppers, and garlic until softened. Add the chopped tomatoes and cilantro, then return the meat to the pan. Simmer until the mixture is saucy and the meat is tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Divide the dough into 16 pieces. Flatten each piece and place it in the center of a banana leaf. Spoon some of the meat mixture onto the dough, then fold the banana leaf around the filling and the dough, wrapping it securely.

Steam the hallacas for about an hour, until the dough is cooked through. Allow them to cool slightly before unwrapping and serving.