mardi 7 mai 2019

Tamales Bring A Little Excitement To Office Parties

By Kevin Perry


After a long day at the job and sitting in traffic for hours, it feels good to come home to a hot meal. The problem is that most people in this situation feel up to cooking. It seems no matter how hard food manufacturers try to make frozen meals taste good, sometimes this is not enough or are too high in sodium to eat regularly. Foods that are fast but filling, like prepared tamales, are the perfect food that is truly satisfying.

Whether plated with refried beans and Spanish rice on the side or enjoyed alone, it is hard to be mad while eating a good tamale. This is why some people will stand in line at their favorite restaurant for hours waiting to pick up a dozen or so to take home. For many, it is the layers of flavor that make it stand apart from other dishes that are popular in the States.

Taking a shortcut in preparation is not advised, even though some home cooks have attempted with little success. While some delicious variations have resulted from culinary experimentation, the technique remains roughly the same. This is how everything holds together once it has cooked under low fire.

Although informal office parties can be fun, they can also be a turning point in a career. Bringing a delectable dish and engaging in positive conversation with the right people can lead to big things. It is very easy to get so caught up in daily operations and technology that people often forget to do things like socializing and go after their true professional aspirations.

After taking a nice steam bath, a nice meal comes together. While this all sounds simple, some consider making a real tamale a work of art, if not a labor intensive session in the kitchen. Either way, it is not ideal for those who do not already love to cook or do not have the energy after working all day.

While taking shortcuts is not recommended, the varieties out there are worth trying. Modern cooks that specialize in Mexican cuisine experiment with masa flour made from blue, yellow, and even red corn with success. Fillings can range from fruit to pepper steak but if a person is buying for a large group, chicken and a vegetarian option are great choices, as flavors may be a little milder.

For a complete meal, rice or refried beans can be warmed up while the entree is being plated. If canned or dried products are not ideal, a quick yet healthy side dish may be the answer. Just warm up instant or brown rice and top with favorite salsa or pico de gallo. Canned and rinsed beans may be added for extra sustenance.

Another thing about this dish is that it is filling yet affordable. People who make these for a living often say there is at least one customer who will buy more than two dozen every time. Many of these customers are normally working people who want the homecooked taste without having to leave home or cook themselves.




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