Heating instructions:

Steamer (preferable)

1.Fill the steamer with water making sure the water doesn’t touch the bottom of the steaming basket.

2. Place the tamales on the basket.

For frozen tamales: cover and steam for 25-30 minutes.

For thawed tamales: cover and steam for 10-15 minutes.

Microwave -from frozen-.

1. Put the tamales in a microwaveable container.

2. Heat them for three minutes (or until defrosted).

3. Heat them for another 1 or  1.5 minutes.

Microwave -thawed-.

1. Put the tamales in a microwaveable container.

2. Heat them for 1 – 1.5 minutes.

Note: When using a microwave it is advisable to utilise a container where they can be placed on top, leaving a space below to add some water and prevent them from drying.