What's in a Tamale?
Texas Tamale Company uses soy-based oils instead of lard or vegetable shortenings to make them a healthier option. A traditional tamale would be filled with chicken, beef or pork. That tradition has been expanded to offer a healthier choice for individuals that are vegetarian. You can now find spinach or black bean tamales. Texas Tamale are also gluten free so many people that are following a gluten free diet can eat them. More and more you will find that tamales are being filled with fruits like raisins or cranberries. In some parts of the country you could also find a dessert tamale filled with chocolate or some other sweet treat. They are all very delicious. |
The history of the tamale has been traced back to the Ancient Mayans, who prepared them for feasts as early as the Preclassic period (1200-250 BC). Many countries have adapted the tamale tradition and have their own version of the tamale. Tamales are considered a comfort food and are all made with masa or a masa mix. 
