What Are Salvadoran Tamales Made Of?
Salvadoran tamales are made of corn masa (dough) that is mixed with pork, chicken, or vegetables, and spices such as cumin, annatto, and chile peppers. Other ingredients can include olives, potatoes, and raisins. The mixture is then wrapped in plantain leaves and steamed until cooked. Salvadoran tamales are typically served with salsa or curtido, a pickled cabbage relish.