The masa, or dough, is a very important element: Be sure to use fresh masa preparada (prepared masa) and chuck roast, as this shreds easily. Gather the whole family to make the tamales — everyone ...

Craving tamales but don’t need a massive batch? This small portion recipe for Tamales Rojos de Res (Red Beef Tamales) is the ...

For years I’ve made excuses about why I never tried making homemade tamales. Even though I’ve eaten many tamales in my lifetime, I didn’t grow up in a family that gathers together to make their own. I ...

• 2 (6 1/2 to 8 1/2-ounce) boxes of cornbread mix PREPARATION: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef, breaking up large clumps with a wooden spoon, until it is ...

1. Season the beef shoulder all over with salt and pepper, then brown in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Once browned on all sides, add enough water to cover the roast along with the 1 sliced ...

This particular recipe, adapted from what my mother and I remember of my tatarabuela’s (great-grandmother) tamales, is rather specifically for tamales as they are commonly made in Nogales, Sonora. It ...

Discover this spicy take on a Mexican classic that has several origin stories, blending Mexican tradition with Southern ...

Emma C. Perez prepares her traditional chicken tamales for Christmas. She is the mother of KPBS education reporter M.G. Perez who is on his way home for a holiday vacation. Pearland, TX, on Dec. 22, ...