Loaded Tamale Plate

Name: Loaded Tamale Plate
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 (4 oz) pre-packaged bean and salsa verde tamale; 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce; 2 tbsp Mexican crema; 2 tbsp salsa; 1/2 cup Mexican rice, for serving

@jenmoralesfam04 shows how to turn a simple pre-packaged tamale into a delicious and satisfying meal. The tamale is heated and then loaded with melted cheese, shredded lettuce, crema, and salsa, and served with a side of Mexican rice for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

🌍Mexican 🏷️Tamale 🏷️Loaded tamale 🏷️Quick meal 🏷️Easy dinner Comfort food

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Total

3 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 (4 oz) pre-packaged bean and salsa verde tamale
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
2 tbsp Mexican crema
2 tbsp salsa
1/2 cup Mexican rice, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
Microwave the pre-packaged tamale for 15 to 30 seconds until heated through.
2
Squeeze the heated tamale out of its packaging and onto a plate.
3
While the tamale is still hot, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top and allow it to melt.
4
Top the melted cheese with shredded lettuce.
5
Drizzle Mexican crema over the lettuce.
6
Finish by topping with your favorite salsa.
7
Serve immediately, with a side of Mexican rice if desired.