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Tamales date back nearly a millennia. The Aztecs and Mayans prepared tamales for communal rituals, feasts and took them to-go for battle.
TAMALES
REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS MICROWAVE PROCEDURE 1. Remove 2 tamales from the package 2. Place them on a plate and wrap with a damp paper towel 3. Microwave for approximately 3 - 3 1/2 minutes, until they are soft and hot 4. Remove the corn husk before eating STOVETOP / STEAMER PROCEDURE 1. Add 2 inches of boiling water (212*F) to the steamer 2. Stand up frozen tamales in steamer, open end up. Do not pack them too tightly. Cover with a lid. Steam over medium heat (170*F). Check the water level frequently. • 1 to 3 dozen: 30 to 45 minutes • For more than 3 dozen: 1 hour to 1:15 hours 3. Be careful as the product will be hot. Remove the corn husk before eating. TO TAKE TAMALES ON A ROAD TRIP: Wrap tamales in plastic or place them in plastic bags and store them in an ice-packed cooler. Make sure to wrap them well in case the ice melts so that the water won't touch the tamales. Kept cool, tamales can travel for up to 18 hours. *NEVER DRY HEAT TAMALES, they'll lose their moisture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS As you serve tamales, remember that presentation is as important as taste, so take a few extra minutes to create an impressive presentation. A good tamale is a fairly complete meal but you can always complement them with a little something.... • You can "fan out" several banana leaf tamales on a serving platter and put something colorful in the middle of the platter (like a salad) that would accompany the tamales. ​• You can serve an individual plate by placing an open banana leaf tamale in the center of the plate (leaving the leaves on it) and folding or scrunching the leaves to frame the tamale. ​Corn Husk tamales go well with: • ​A pot of soup or pozole • Hanger steak, rice and beans Chili on the side or on top • Albondigas • Melted cheese with chorizo • Mole • Fried eggs • Bowl of borracho or black beans • Guacamole with mango or pineapple • Cactus salad • Green salad • Poblano pepper strips with corn and cream • Salsa, sour cream and serve with rice • A margarita • Mexican beer • Traditional Mexican drinks like jamaica, tamarind or horchata water
CALCULATE YOUR PARTY As a good party host, you should be prepared to provide adequate amounts of tamales for your guests. Estimate how many guests will come to your party and for the main meal, calculate between 2 and 3 tamales per person if you're serving them by themselves except for a frothy hot chocolate, champurrado or an agua fresca. For dessert, consider 1 or 2 per person. Our tamales are 4oz. so you don't need that many to have a scrumptious and satisfying meal. ​The ideal way to keep your tamales hot during the party, is by placing them in chafers with perforated trays with steaming water underneath but you can also use a crockpot with a little water in the bottom, you can serve them directly from the steamer or you can just lay them out on a platter and cover them with a hot damp cloth (only downside is you would have to reheat the cloth in the microwave throughout the party). The essential point is to keep them in a HOT & MOIST environment all the times.
CORN MASA QUESADILLAS
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS Air Fryer Method Remove from Freezer: Take the quesadillas out of the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to slightly thaw. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Fryers may vary so adjust time accordingly. Arrange Quesadillas: Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spacing them about ½ inch apart to allow for even air circulation. Cook in batches; do not overcrowd the basket to ensure even cooking. Cook: Air fry for 4 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Check Temperature: For food safety and quality purposes, ensure that the internal temperature of each quesadilla reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving. Quesadillas are ready when the crust is golden brown and crisp. Cool and Serve: Use caution when handling—product will be hot. Allow to rest for 2–3 minutes before eating to allow filling to settle and prevent burns. Storage: Refreeze any quesadillas not used immediately. Do not leave thawed product at room temperature for extended periods. Tip: For extra crispiness, lightly spray the quesadillas with cooking oil before air frying. Optional Cooking: Pan-frying instructions: Heat frying oil in a pan and fry quesadillas until golden brown. For food safety and quality purposes, ensure that the internal temperature of each quesadilla reaches 165°F (74°C) before serving. Microwave Warning: Do not microwave, cook in toaster oven or toaster — product will not cook evenly and will become soggy. Keep frozen until ready to use. Cook thoroughly. Refrigerate or discard any leftovers within 2 hours.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS Great as an appetizer or an entrée. Serve with salsa, shredded lettuce, cream and shredded cheese on top. Smother in salsa and add cream and shredded cheese on top. Serve with a side of guacamole.
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