How to Steam Frozen Tamales in Instant Pot
Tamales are a traditional Mexican treat that are flexible enough to be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the easiest methods to use is the Instant Pot. With a few simple ingredients and the correct setting, you can enjoy soft and flavourful tamales with the press of a button.
Ingredients:
- Frozen tamales
- 1 cup of water
- Trivet
Instructions:
- Place Tamales on Trivet: Remove the trivet that comes with the Instant Pot and place it in the bottom of the pot. Arrange the frozen tamales on top of the trivet.
- Add Water: Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pot.
- Set Cook Time: Set the Instant Pot’s cook time to 10 minutes with the “Manual” setting.
- Close Lid: Make sure the lid is securely closed and the pressure valve is set to “Sealing”.
- Press the Steam Button: Click the “Steam” button. The Instant Pot will begin to ramp up to pressure. It should take about 10 minutes for the steam to build.
- Release Pressure: Once the cook time is complete, release the pressure by switching the valve from “Sealing” to “Venting”.
- Enjoy: Remove the tamales with tongs or a slotted spoon and enjoy!
With the Instant Pot, steaming tamales is incredibly easy. In just 10 minutes, you can have delicious and flavourful tamales with minimal fuss. Try it out for yourself today!
