Filipino Tamales Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine rice flour, coconut milk, salt, and sugar. Mix well until smooth.
• STEP 2.In a separate pan, sauté garlic, onion, and meat until cooked.
• STEP 3.Add the cooked meat to the rice flour mixture and mix well.
• STEP 4.Prepare banana leaves by cutting them into squares and blanching them in boiling water to soften.
• STEP 5.Place a spoonful of the rice flour mixture onto a banana leaf square. Fold the leaf to enclose the mixture and secure with toothpicks.
• STEP 6.Arrange the wrapped tamales in a steamer and steam for 1-2 hours until cooked through.
• STEP 7.Remove the toothpicks before serving.
• STEP 8.Serve the Filipino Tamales warm and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• You can add other fillings such as hard-boiled eggs or vegetables to the tamales.
• Make sure the banana leaves are softened before wrapping the tamales to prevent tearing.
• You can serve the tamales with a dipping sauce such as vinegar or a spicy chili sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Store the Filipino Tamales in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the tamales in a steamer or microwave until heated through.
• Serve the tamales as is or with a dipping sauce of your choice.