If we can't make tamales after this tutorial, then it's not meant to be. This was a fantastic video. Wow! Thank you!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Geiselle, I appreciate you. Happy Holidays

@socorrorodriguez7770

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your recipe. My tamales were a hit for my first time. We don't eat tamales in my country, but l like them. Thank you,thank you. Happy holidays.

@fliprodriguez5250

Жыл бұрын

Veey well explained and simple. If you can’t do this … stay out the kitchen please😂

All these years wanting to learn - you explained everything perfectly - great pace - you’re officially my Tia !!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Denise Apaez lol that sweet!!!

The best tutorial on step by step tamales👍

No measuring cups or spoons? I 100% trust her ❤

This has to be one of the most simplest and best recipes I’ve seen yet. You thoroughly explained the whole process from beginning to end. Thank you so much!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Liz.

@cynthiadelgado3688

4 жыл бұрын

Liz Sanchez yes I agree and believe me I looked up so many . Thanks so much for the step by step 👍🏻

Thank you for explaining everything so simple. I love how you added everyone makes theirs different. There is no wrong way, just your way.

I made tamales for the first time. I made them specifically following your masa recipe, the masa was what I really was worried about. -They came out fantastic! I just went for the texture you described while mixing and never floated it. I also found using the spreader to be a real time saver compared to using a spoon, which I tried. I rolled them up and cooked them for about 90 mins. When I pulled them out I thought I ruined them, the liquid from the lid had dripped down onto them, making them too soft. I pulled one out and it would not hold together. I simply left the pot uncovered for a couple hours and they firmed right up. I could unroll them easily and they stayed together. The real test is the taste and texture. The red chili sauce was perfect, maybe mine came out a little redder than I wanted as I had made a rich chili colorado mixture. The taste was spot on, I could taste the corn just the right amount, not bland. But, the texture...heaven! It was not rubbery or crumbly and was firm enough to be picked up with a fork. Thank you so much for sharing your great recipe with all of us newbies... 😍😍😍

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear that this recipe worked out for you. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Thanks again for watching.

I love how she explains as she demonstrates each step. Also nice is once she explains the step, she fast forwards to the next step. No boring 5 minutes of the same thing, but also no magically done either. I was able to see the whole process!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris, comments like this make my time spent on these videos so worth it! Thanks again. Happy holidays.

We just tried out our first batch and with your thorough explanation of how to do everything it came out perfect. Our family is in for a surprise just in time for Christmas. Thank you.

Going to try making tamales for the 1st time. I grew up with my mom and my grandmother making them but sadly they passed away before I took the time to learn how to make them. I learned many things from them like their enchiladas, green chile stew, posole but Tamales and tortillas I never got the chance to learn. I attempted to make tortillas a few weekends ago and that was a failure. This week I am going to try the tamales. I will use your video and your wisdom as my guide and hopefully my mother and grandmother will be on my shoulder as well. Thank you

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Hello Joe, Yes those are the best memories we can have. But I am glad to hear that you are continuing to use their recipes. I have a flour tortilla video up on my channel. Maybe that will help.

@joehurley8855

4 жыл бұрын

@@VirtualkitchenwithLaura Thank you very much. I will look for it too. I found a good store bought that is great but Id love to have homemade again. Merry Christmas to you and your family and thanks for the great videos.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas to you and your family as well.

@Shyblues

4 жыл бұрын

Joe Hurley I have your same story. Here’s the thing, Tortillas are something you have to do over & over again till you “get it”. So don’t give up on the Tortillas!! Practice makes perfect

@joehurley8855

4 жыл бұрын

@@Shyblues Thanks Shyblues. Thats what some people have told me as well. I will probably keep trying but in the meantime I always keep my eye on the marketplace. Lots of people make them much better than I can right now...lol

I have watched thousands of instructional videos on KZread and you are the best!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Robert, I appreciate that.

I am going to attempt my first tamales this year. Have looked at a lot of videos and read a lot of recipe books, but your video is absolutely the best! The way you explain the process and the methods of working the different parts is amazing, so, so easy to understand. I hope mine will be half as good as yours look. Thank you!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Micky, You will do fine. Thank you so much for watching.

I'm over 40 and I remember this is how my grandma, great grandma and mother did them, it was the best thing, I remember el chisme while prepping the leaves 💕😊

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Chisme is the best part of all this hard work. Thanks for watching.

@carolinepimentel5832

3 жыл бұрын

😄

Omg! I love how you explain everything it makes it a lot easier to follow. Thank you so very much.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Hazeleyes38

@gloriavalles910

3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@patricial8589

3 жыл бұрын

@@VirtualkitchenwithLaura .. mm

@ruthcisneros9471

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, so true she explains it very well

@kathymaske8997

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, excellent explaination on every step. I just found this channel and never made tamales before, but I'm saving this video for when I attempt to make them. Thank you Laura!!!!

You are the first person I see that makes tamales as close as my mom use to. 2 things are different. She didn’t use peppercorn and she didn’t add chile to the masa. But everything else is the same. I’ve been making tamales since she past 7 years ago. I finally figured out that it was the Manteca I wasn’t using enough of. After seeing you, I know now that was my problem. Thank you for sharing. 🤗

@teresaashby851

Жыл бұрын

Your tamales look awesome. I love to cook. Thank you for sharing I’m going to try and make some and see if they look as good as yours. 😊

@irenecarrillosera6675

Жыл бұрын

Yess, I am 73 yrs. Young... I just viewed this video. I was taught by my Mother, but "peppercorn?" Also "Lard" (Manteca) Was Not Melted. My MOTHER INCLUDED CALIFORNIA DRY CHILES. MADE DOUBLE ON SALSA TO POUR ON SERVED TAMALES FOR FAMILY WHO LOVE SALSA FOR MORE JUICE. THANK YOU.

OK, I know I've already commented on this once but update: I finally did it, I made my very first Tamales. My husband always claimed he didn't like them, but I do so I wanted to learn and guess who loves Tamales, that's right Mr. Otero LOL!! excellent recipe Laura, thanks for the easy lessons and your words of encouragement you an angel!

Senora, You remind me so much of my grandparents. My Nana & Tata I am 59 years old. And you had me in tears. Thank you so much for the memories, God bless you and your family.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Aww, I know exactly what you mean. But aren't those old memories just great. Thank you for watching.

My husband and I made the pork tamales today. They were delicious! We had so much fun preparing this dish together. We even high fived each other when the dough finally floated. Thank you for your easy to follow tutorial!

@dt23j66

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

Making these tonight! I've been searching endlessly a recipe similar to my grandmother's and this one nailed it!

@janewyatt8344

3 жыл бұрын

These are awesome. I made a few weeks ago and everyone loved them.

Reminds me of my husband’s family. We made these a few times, in the 70’s. They were delicious. Thank you for the video.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Diana.

By far one of the best how-to videos for my favorite food of the year! Thank you so much for your generosity in sharing your recipe. My mouth was watering!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

I finely found someone that know how to make tamales thank you may God Bless 🙏

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Thanks! I’ve made your tamales recipe 3 times and about to make it a fourth. They are always such a hit and I never have left overs. Please continue to make your delicious recipes into videos, Etsy recipes, and one day I’d love a book of yours. Keep up the amazing work.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. I appreciate the support. 🥰🤗

This is the closest to grandma's, very detailed.. I'm making my tamales and following video...it's great

Thank you for easy step by step. I love tamales! I have tamale spreader. It saves my time and even coat dough on husk.

I really appreciate your step by step instructions for tamales! They look so delicious!

Great tip to check for enough manteca! Best video I have seen!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Denise.

I love learning everyone’s techniques. You are really good at explaining the process. It’s like I am learning from a family member. Easy peasy. 😊

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bernadette.

I want to thank you for taking the time to show us you tamale recipe. I can't wait to make them. When I was young, my mother, grandmother and a lot of our relatives that live here in San Antonio would come over and spend the whole day making tamales. The tamales were so good I ate so many I nearly exploded. I really miss that time with my family. Thanks again and God Bless!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Aww, I miss those times as well with my mom. Thanks for watching James.

@dorothyhall3891

4 жыл бұрын

I hope to find a written recipe to try. Thanks for sharing!

What a great teacher! This is the best way I have been instructed to learn the best way to make the tamale. She speaks so easy to understand. And not a bunch of complicated words and utensils. Thank you ☺️ so very very much. I watch all your shows from this day forward. Your fantastic ☺️

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pat I am happy you found it so helpful.

I have FINALLY found someone that makes the Tamales the way I remembered from Bakersfield, Ca. Only one Lady that I knew made them this way, but has passed. So I can't wait to make these, TY

Me too! I love that you are very thorough in you video. I does make it easy to follow. I can’t wait to try these tamales. I love traditional tamales! Thank you thank you thank you for sharing your recipe! 🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I loved this video! I've made tamales a few times with my aunt and once on my own. But they just didn't seem as good as yours look! I can't wait to try your recipe and methods! I totally just went and bought the masa spreaders. I can't wait to try them!!❤️ Thank you so much for taking the time to show us how to make these delicious treats. I can't wait to watch more of your videos!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Erica.

I quit buying tamales because some were too dry, too bland, or too greasy. I followed your recipe exactly. I had the meat, masa, and husks ready when my husband got home. We ate dinner then started putting the tamales together. I spread the masa on the husks, and he filled them and wrapped them up. We steamed them for two hours. We took out 2, let them cool for 10 minutes and decided this recipe is a keeper. DELICIOUS!!!! By the way, I’m 66 years old; my mother never made tamales so this was my first attempt EVER!! Thank you so much!!!!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you liked the recipe.

I use this recipe 2 times a year. Love it and will never use another!!! Thank you!!! 💜💜💜💜

This is my first time of making tamales and this video is helping me a lot and I'm 75 years old. Thank you for helping me with such clear instructions. Pork is almost ready, chili sauce is made and now on to the real fun of making the masa and putting it all together. Like someone else commented, your kitchen is an inspiration for me to keep mine so clean. Thanks for your help Laura!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Rita, I really hope you enjoy the tamales. Thank you for watching.

Thank you so much for sharing this video!!! I've never been able to make the pork tamales. This is the third year I make them since moving away from home. And I finally found a recipe that taste like home!!!! Thank you so much ❤

OMG! SO MUCH WORK & TIME GOES INTO THESE! NO WONDER THEY COST SO MUCH! BUT SOOOO GOOD!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Kathy Siebert yes Kathy, labor of love for sure.

Thank you for posting this easy to follow video. Can’t wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious and close to how my grandmother made them!

Thank you for being so sweet and showing every step that you went through, on making your delicious Tamales! Merry Christmas to you, and your family!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chirelle. Merry Christmas, be safe.

I learned years ago while dating a Mexican man how to make Tamales. We video taped it, so we had how to make them once his momma passed away. Well, we split up, and I didn't get a copy of the video. I'm still very close to him and his family, though. All I can say was that it was an entire day's process to make them. It was at that point where I understood how his mom kept her arms in shape (with the masa). She also would add some of the chili to her masa. They were so yummy!!!! I appreciate your very well put together video on the process. Now I will give another try to make them. Thank you!

Thank you so much for this video! We are gonna try your recipe. I appreciate the way you broke it down step by step. Makes me miss my San Antonio roots and family tradition of tamale making.

This has to be the BEST Tamale video ever! You explained everything so easily. Just a beautiful product. Thank you!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Deb, I appreciate you.

I love how you explain the details nice and slow your a great cook can't wait to make these.thank you so much.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Angela.

I love your presentation of steps in by steps in getting it all together. This is the best instructions guide info. Thank you so much.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lenora.

You explained every detail!!! Your awesome! Thank you!

@alyssamyers1684

3 жыл бұрын

How many corn husks do I use? I bought 3 bags 6 oz each

I know you made this video 2 yrs ago, but I just came upon it… I was so excited to see it because it’s just like we made our tamales for years. Our family would get together a few weeks before Christmas. We would sit around a few tables and would spread the masa and my mom would fill them. We made a few thousand. My mom had a lot of kids and the rule was : he who does not make the tamales, does not eat them. 😊 Anyway we made so many because we would freeze them and on Christmas Eve we would eat them and have them again for breakfast….. also each family would have a lot to take home. Boy I miss those Christmas… Every time I hear about Pork Tamales I think of my Mamá y Papá Your video is so clear and easy to understand . You do a great job! I’ll have to see what other videos of yours that I can find . 😊 Maria Fisher

I made this recipe today and they came out amazing! I've watched several different videos, recipes,but yours was the most informative..watching how u did it step by step was more helpful than just a recipe..i used about 3 and a half cups of monteca and put almost a cup of my chile in my masa.also made the meat and chile the day before...I'm 37 italian and have never made a tamale,or have even had one..perfect recipe,thank you so much for the video!! Will try again with other flavors

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

So glad the recipe worked for you. Thank you for watching.

That was a great video. I love the tip for checking the amount of lard. I'm definitely trying this next time I make tamales.

This is art and I love it.

Made your tamale recipe , turned out awsome , worth the work I took 2 days ,meat and chili one day ,put masa on leafs and steam 2 nd day ,my whole family enjoyed !thanks again

My mouth is watering. I will definitely be making these.

Thank you ,you make it easy to follow and I like how you put the recipe on the bottom. I will try your recipe and I hope they come out as good as yours. Thanks again.

Excellent!!! This is the best instructional video out there! It's been years since I last made tamales and your video is now my favorite refresher course :-) Thanks and Merry Christmas; I'm giving tamales for Christmas, yaaaay!!!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I appreciate that. Thank you for watching.

For years I have struggled to make tamales. I followed you instructions step by step and they turned out amazing! Thank you for sharing your talent and recipe!

The best and most descriptive tamale video I've seen yet. I made them for the first time yesterday, before I saw this video. They came out ok, but a bit dry inside. Now I see my mistakes. I just followed the recipe on the Meseca bag. Your masa was thinner and easier to apply. Mine was more like dough and I had to press it out with my fingers. Thank you. 👍

You did a great job taking it step by step so I could follow along. Thanks!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robbin.

You’re such a good teacher. This is the best video on tamales I’ve seen. Thank you.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

One of the best videos I’ve seen. Very good instructions! Laura explains everything! I’ve never made tamales alone ( I have a sister that makes them, and I occasionally help her) but Laura makes me think I might be able to do it!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kristine. And you Can do it!

The Christmas music and the amazing way the lovely teacher explains each step, it all passes the vibe check 😂❤️ Happy Holidays to all your families!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aurora. Happy Holidays.

So informative. You explain the process in full detail. One can see you love cooking!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Lisa!

I certainly did enjoy it! Wish I was in your kitchen making them with you. Thanks for teaching us how tamales are made.

Hello! i have to thank you from the bottom of my heart for this video. I'm currently living abroad and I haven't found any tamales here so i decided to make them myself. It took a while for all ingredients I needed to arrive, but i was kind of stressed about the process until my mom sent me this video. I was struggling a lot, but going back and rewatching this video every step of the way really helped. They are currently on the stove right now, so I don't know how they'll taste, but I'm sure they'll be great and it's in large part because of your video, so thank you very much!

These look so delicious! I cannot wait to try this recipe! 😋

Fantastic video, Laura, thank you! Merry Christmas in 2022 🎄

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Merry Christmas.

Thank you love this video!!!! Thank you for being so thorough ☺️

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Breanna.

I have used this video as a reminder for the last 3 years. I half the masa recipe, but… you have helped me make good tamales which has become a family favorite. Thanks a bunch 😊

you are so right! everybody has their own family recipe. You did a good job and I bet they tasted yummy

Absolutely One Of the Best Video Tutorials I've Seen... So Informative, and so Pleasant...Thank You Sooooo Much for taking the time to make this!!...Gracios amiga!!

Wow! Wow! So so good the video was so insightful and easy to follow and the taste and the smell a little slice of heaven! Great video!!!!

You have the best instructions of many tamale videos Ive seen. This is the first year my hubby and I will attempt tamales.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you will do great Happy holidays.

This is the best tamale video I've come across ! Bravo Laura !!

Thank you so much for making this step by step video. I have to admit that I never really watched my mom make tamales from start to finish when I was young. I was just on the assembly line. This year we can’t be together because of COVID so I wanted to make some for my children. They came out amazing for my first time thanks to you. I loved all your tips and your process. You are so kind to share your family recipe. Love to you and your family.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Aww that is awesome. Thank you for watching. Happy holidays.

I knew you are authentic when you brought out the classic mole glass!!! I love it. ;)

You are an excellent teacher! Thank you for taking the time to share your family recipe. I'm going to make these soon! Blessings!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sharon.

It takes a whole day, but no lie...so worth it. I'm from Texas. This was the last recipe I didn't have. So. Gracias señorita.

Oh my gosh I love this!! So on point and detailed! Thank you so much!!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mary. Thanks for watching.

Best video I have seen based on tamales , very descriptive and straight to the point. Thank you Laura ❤️

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Angie.

Thank you, for this our family loves tamales! This is so GREAT!

I loved this video she was so explanatory and made them like we did as a kid. Perfect video!

Fantastic! You explained everything so beautifully. Thank you

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Jody.

You are super duper organized and you explain everything so well! You are my favorite tamale maker. This is my first time watching you and I know where to go when I want good Mexican food👍👍👍

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much June. 🙂

The best looking tamale video I've seen. Your steps and explanation are on point. Thank you for sharing. God Bless!!!

Thank you, Laura! I really appreciate your detailed instructions and taking us through every step. After watching your great tutorial, I think I can do this!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you JoLene. I am glad you found it helpful.

This is the best explained recipe/cooking video ever! I just came across your channel. I've already subscribed and thank you for your recipe!!!! Will make them tomorrow.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being here Allie, glad you liked the video.

Thank you! The best explained instructions! It’s given me confidence to try it!!!👌💕

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

That's great Mary, Let us know how it turns out.

You give perfect instructions! Thank you. I made Tamales for the first time and they were excellent! Thank you!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Scout, I’m very happy they worked out for you. Thanks for watching.

This the first time someone explained how to make Tamales in a way I could understand. Thank you. This Christmas it will be pork Tamales🎄

Can't wait to try this myself...ps. I love how clean of a cook you are! Your whole kitchen is spotless.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Norma.

@randompersonlol7519

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed her kitchen is not only clean but very nice. I love the pots and measuring cups she used too

This is how my mom made them. They look like TexMex tamales to me! South Texas folks! The Valley!

@brendaperez5342

2 жыл бұрын

YES

Very easy to follow, thank you! I’ve made tamales before but always looking for ways to perfect it

Loved the video. I saw one earlier and they talked and showed you how to butter the husks about three dozen times. I almost fell asleep. This was perfect! You showed me how to do it and I really enjoyed watching ...Thank you!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

This is the best Tutorial ever oh my gosh bless your heart

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Abigail.

Very good job on your video and the best step by step instructions on making tamales I have seen. Thank you so much.

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Yvonne.

Awesome! The step by step instructions is PERFECT!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

I loved your video. You are very detailed in description and your voice is soothing. Great Job! I am making these this coming weekend with my family.

Year 2 of this recipe! Love it!

@kris7528

3 жыл бұрын

This will be my first @deanna hill .. any suggestions?

Wonderful teaching video. I have never made tamales but always wanted to learn. I feel confident to try this with your instruction. Thank you so much!

@fuzzynavel4948

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed though it's more work than I had anticipated, but probably well worth it.

This was the best video I have watched so far! Thank you so much! I will definitely be using your recipe! I grew up in foster care. Once I found my family, I found out that I was half Mexican. So I have been trying to learn how to cook more traditional Mexican foods. So that I can feel more connected. I have watched so many videos today because for my birthday this weekend I really want to learn to make tamales. Thank you so much for blessing us with this video!

Happy New Year! I am so thrilled to find your videos. I am originally from NM. I have lived in VA for over 40 years now. These brought back beautiful memories as this is how we gathered around the kitchen to make the traditional Christmas tamales. You make them exactly as my mom did and taught me. I wanted to reach through your video and eat them up. In my head, I could smell their deliciousness. Excellent video with step-by-step instructions. I have subscribed and have already watched of few of your others. THANK YOU!

@VirtualkitchenwithLaura

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome Bonnie, I just love those old memories. Thank you for sharing.