Bold Mexican Flavor. Easy Prep. No Compromises.
La Preferida Beef & Pork Tamales in Sauce deliver authentic Mexican comfort food in a convenient 15 oz canned meal. Wrapped in hearty corn masa and smothered in a rich tomato‑based sauce, these tamales bring slow‑simmered flavor to your table in minutes.
Perfect for busy weeknight dinners, family comfort meals, camping trips, or pantry stocking, our tamales make it easy to enjoy a satisfying, stick‑to‑your‑ribs dish anytime.
Just heat, serve, and enjoy — fans call them the best canned tamales for authentic taste and everyday convenience.
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Ingredients: masa (water, cornmeal, lard, salt), beef and pork, cornmeal, tomato paste, onion, salt, paprika, spices, garlic. Sauce: Water, tomato paste, corn starch, chili pepper, spices, paprika, garlic.
Nutrition Facts: 180 calories | 6g protein | 2g fiber |
See label for full nutrition facts.
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Why You’ll Love Our Canned Tamales
🐄 Protein-Rich Comfort Food
Seasoned beef and pork wrapped in corn masa with garlic, onion, paprika, and spice for a tamale that hits all the right notes.
✅ No Artificial Colors or Preservatives
Simple, flavor-packed ingredients for a traditional taste.
⏱️ Convenient & Ready-to-Eat
A 15 oz can contains about 6 tamales, perfect for family dinners or quick meals.
⭐️ Pantry-Friendly
Shelf‑stable and easy to store, for easy meal planning at home.
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How to Prepare
Stovetop Instructions
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Open Can – Remove tamales from the can, keeping them in their sauce.
- Heat – Place tamales and sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer – Cover and heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until hot.
- Serve – Transfer to a plate and enjoy with rice or beans.
Microwave Instructions
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Open Can – Place tamales and sauce in a microwave‑safe dish.
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Heat – Loosely cover with a microwave‑safe lid or plastic wrap.
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Simmer – Microwave on HIGH for 3–4 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Serve – Let stand for 1 minute, then serve hot.
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Quick Ways to Use Beef & Pork Tamales
🌮 Tamale Tacos – Break up tamales, add shredded lettuce, cheese, and salsa in taco shells for a quick handheld meal.
🥘 Tamale Enchilada Bake – Layer tamales with enchilada sauce, beans, and cheese, then bake until bubbly.
🍲 Tamale Chili Bowl – Stir tamales into chili with beans, corn, and jalapeños for a hearty one‑pot dish.
🥗 Tamale Salad Plate – Serve tamales over a bed of greens with avocado, pico de gallo, and lime crema.
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What Our Customers Are Saying...
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “ I keep some on the pantry shelf and add it to a hot soup, along with some hot sauce and grated monterey jack cheese. Quick, easy, yummy!" - Big Momma
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We love these! It's a meal on It's own, or add veggies or salad. Great value." - Meade
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "These are the best ever canned tamales I've ever had. I love them. I do a can almost every evening... I guess I'm addicted." - Malkey M.