Best 2 Hot Tamale Meatballs Recipes

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Hot tamale meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are made with ground beef, pork, or turkey, mixed with spices, breadcrumbs, and hot tamales. The meatballs are then cooked in a sweet and sour sauce until they are tender and flavorful. Hot tamale meatballs can be served with rice, pasta, or vegetables, or they can be enjoyed on their own. They are a perfect party food or a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOT TAMALE MEATBALLS



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"This zippy appetizer is my family's favorite dish using cumin," reports Darlene Babineaux of Arabi, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups tomato juice, divided
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons ground cumin, divided
2 tablespoons chili powder, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound bulk pork sausage

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup tomato juice, cornmeal, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, garlic and cayenne. Add the beef and sausage and mix well. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. , In a dutch oven, combine the remaining tomato juice, cumin, chili powder and salt; bring to a boil. Add meatballs; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

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HOT TAMALE MEATBALLS



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This is a quick and easy meal. It's great on chilly nights and the kids love it too. I like to serve it with a nice salad and some garlic bread.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups tomato juice, divided
3/4 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons ground cumin, divided
2 tablespoons chili powder, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb bulk pork sausage

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 1/3 cup of tomato juice, cornmeal, 1 tablespoon of cumin, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1/4 tsp of salt, garlic, and cayenne. Add the beef and sausage and mix well.
  • Shape into 1 ¼-inch balls.
  • In Dutch oven, combine the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil; add the meatballs, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink.

Tips:

  • Choose the right tamales: Look for tamales that are made with high-quality ingredients and have a moist, tender texture. Avoid tamales that are dry or crumbly.
  • Prepare the tamales properly: If the tamales are frozen, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before cooking. If the tamales are fresh, remove the husks and rinse them under cold water.
  • Cook the tamales thoroughly: The best way to cook tamales is to steam them. Place the tamales in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water and steam them for 15-20 minutes, or until they are heated through.
  • Make a flavorful sauce: The sauce you serve with the tamales is key to their flavor. Try making a simple tomato sauce, a spicy enchilada sauce, or a creamy avocado sauce.
  • Serve the tamales with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for tamales include cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

Tamales are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a tamale recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give tamales a try!

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