15 New Year's Food Traditions to Borrow From Around the World👈 Begin here.
- Mexico: Real Homemade Tamales
In Mexico and in Latino families around the world, tamales are commonplace in Christmas and New Year festivities. Because they are so time-consuming and labor-intensive, they're typically reserved for special occasions. Mexican tamales typically consist of savory filling such as pork or beef, encased in masa and wrapped in a corn husk and cooked. This top-rated recipe is great for the tamale newcomer.
