Grilled Tamales with Queso and Salsa

Transform pre-made tamales into a quick and delicious meal by grilling them for a crispy exterior and topping them with melted queso and your favorite salsa.

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Calories

650

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£3.40

Season:

🌍 Year-round

Meal Type:

Snack

Cuisine:

Mexican

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy•Grilling

Dietary:

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Servings

4 Pre-made tamales(Any flavor you like (chicken, pork, vegetarian))

£8.00

1cupQueso(Store-bought or homemade. Monterey Jack, Oaxaca, or a queso dip are good choices.)

£3.50

1cupSalsa(Your favorite salsa - mild, medium, or hot)

£2.00

1tablespoonCooking Oil(Vegetable or canola oil)

£0.10

Optional Toppings(Sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced onions, guacamole)

Total Cost

£13.60

£3.40 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat your grill to medium heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
2
Remove the tamales from their corn husks. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
3
Brush the tamales lightly with cooking oil.
4
Place the tamales on the grill and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are heated through and have grill marks and a slightly crispy exterior. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
5
While the tamales are grilling, prepare the queso. You can heat it in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Alternatively, you can microwave it in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted.
6
Once the tamales are grilled, place them on a serving plate. Top each tamale generously with the melted queso and salsa.
7
Garnish with optional toppings like sour cream, cilantro, or guacamole, if desired.
8
Serve immediately and enjoy!

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (300g)

650 kcal / 2720 kJ

Carbs

60g

23% of RDA

Fat

35g

50% of RDA

Protein

25g

50% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

10 g

33% of RDA

Sugar

15 g

17% of RDA

Sodium

1200 mg

52% of RDA

Saturated Fat

20 g

100% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For best results, use tamales that have been refrigerated or frozen. This will help them firm up and hold their shape on the grill.

If your tamales are frozen, thaw them slightly before grilling. This will help them cook more evenly.

Don't overcrowd the grill. Cook the tamales in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.

If you don't have a grill, you can also achieve a crispy exterior by pan-frying the tamales in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.

Cooking Equipment

Grill

Small saucepan (optional)

Microwave (optional)

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