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In just an hour and a half… maybe even sooner you are going to have the pleasure of enjoying these amazing tamales! The pot that you are using should have a lid that you can put to the side without scraping the top of the husks.

Step 3

By this time the water in the bottom section of the steamer should be boiling. Stack the tamales firmly but not too tightly, to allow for expansion in the top of the steamer. Cover with more husks, or a piece of thick toweling, and a tightly fitting lid and cook the tamales over a brisk heat for about 1 1/4 hours. To test for doneness, remove one of the tamales and tap lightly; it should feel spongy and resilient, and when opened up the dough should separate easily from the husk. Even thoroughly cooked, the masa will be slightly textured.

By now you should get the point. This recipe is so easy you'll be hand crafting your very own authentic tamales in no time at all! My advice, take your time and don't rush the process, you'll be glad you did in the long run. I'd also recommend injecting some of your own creativity into the process. Add in your own special twist to the filling and enjoy!

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