Cooking Tips

Tamale Kits Instructions

tamale 1Blend contents of package with 2 cups of water.

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

tamale 2Apply two tablespoons of batter to glossy side of corn husk.

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

tamale 3Spread batter to ½ inch thick. Stay about 2 inches away from edges of corn husk.

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

tamale 4Apply a portion of your favorite filling lengthwise on top of batter (1-2 oz.).

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

tamale 5Fold tamale sides first, then fold bottom up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Arrange tamales in a steamer standing up. Make sure that bottom folds stay tight.

Cook for 60 minutes on low/med. steam.

When finished, tamales should have a gelatinous look and should release cleanly from corn husk when fully cooked. Discard corn husk before consuming tamale.

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