How to reheat frozen tamales in the microwave

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How to reheat tamales in oven

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Unless you are hosting your own tamalada, or tamale-making party, more than likely you are reheating fully cooked tamales. Either way, a slow cooker can steam fresh tamales or reheat precooked tamales.

How to reheat tamales in slow cooker

The easiest method for reheating pre-made tamales in a slow cooker is to simply lay the tamales on a rack. Many pots come with a steaming rack, but if your crock pot is missing this accessory, you could use a colander or steamer basket with legs.

Reheat frozen tamales in instant pot

• To reheat tamales in a slow cooker: Place a rack in the slow cooker. Add water to the cooker until it reaches just below the surface of the rack. Lay tamales on the rack. If your slow cooker is able, heat the water quickly using the sauté or steam function, then lower the heat to slow cook.

  How to reheat frozen tamales in the oven

  Cover and cook on HIGH for about 1-2 hours, or until the tamales reach at least 165 degrees. Once they are thoroughly heated, you can lower the temp to LOW or KEEP WARM.

Note, reheat tamales in the husks or wrappers.

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