Many recipes use lard in the corn masa, but Martinez uses oil to slim down his version, which contains about 5 grams of fat. But he said the key to making a flavorful tamale is the meat. He describes ...

Unwrapped tamale and pile of wrapped tamales - Sergio Hayashi/Shutterstock Tamales have a reputation for being difficult to make. However, it's not necessarily that they're technically hard to whip up ...

Making tamales doesn’t have to be a massive project. This small-portion recipe for red beef tamales keeps it simple and approachable, perfect for a cozy meal without leftovers. You’ll learn how to ...

This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. Growing up as a first-generation Mexican ...

Craig Hazelbaker of Cedar Rapids, left, mixes masa by hand as owner Phoebe Rios adds oil to the dough during the Ultimate Tamales and Tequila Workshop at Rios Burritos in Cedar Rapids on Monday, Jan.

Making tamales at Christmas time is a long running tradition for many Mexican American families and students at Oxnard High School have figured out a way to make them, without using so much water. It ...

Whether you have a favorite recipe for tamales that you're looking to perfect or you're totally new to making them, it's a great idea to troubleshoot ahead of time. These are some of the most common ...