Like many other Mexicans, Martinez's family makes it a point of making tamales together. But preparing them is a timely labor ...

3. Portion chicken filling on the center of the masa, using your fingers form a line 6. Place tamales into the Tamal olla vaporera (perforated steam pan) or double boiler. Note: use a deep pan to hold ...

In November alone, customers hungry for a Texas-style tamal will purchase 165,000 sets of a dozen tamales. In December, the ...

Heat a comal, griddle, or large skillet over high heat. Heat banana leaves, as you would a tortilla, one at a time, about ...

Chefs share the most common errors people make when cooking tamales, and how to avoid them. So, next time you whip up a batch ...

Here are 12 traditional Mexican drinks you absolutely have to try—no margarita needed! Horchata is a creamy, sweet drink made from rice, milk, cinnamon, and sugar, with a hint of vanilla for extra ...

Looking to try out a new tamale recipe? Or maybe tweak family tradition a bit? If you're looking to experiment in the kitchen ...

Tamales are one of the big holiday traditions in Arizona. Brenda Mercado Valdez, winner of the La Voz Top Tamale contest, explains why they matter.

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Christmas dinner traditions come in many forms — and they don’t always involve a roast turkey or glazed ham. If you’re ...

In Florinda Miguel Paz’s Hillsboro home, hours of prepwork have culminated in six stainless steel pots and bowls of fresh ...

This Mexican comfort food has a long history and is an essential part of every major holiday, particularly Christmas. It’s ...