Alright, let’s talk about what to eat with them tamales, you know, the corn husk things. I ain’t no fancy chef or nothin’, but I know what tastes good with ’em, ya hear?
First off, you gotta have some rice and beans. Yeah, yeah, I know, everybody says that. But it’s true! It’s like peanut butter and jelly, they just go together. You can get all fancy with it if you want, put in some cilantro or peppers or somethin’, but plain ol’ rice and beans is just fine by me. Nice and simple, that’s how I like it.
Now, if you’re feelin’ a little extra, you can throw some cheese on them tamales. Just plain shredded cheese, like that cheddar stuff or that pepper jack. Melts right on there and makes it all gooey and good. Nothin’ wrong with some extra flavor, I say. Don’t go overboard though, you don’t wanna cover up the taste of the tamales themselves.
Sometimes, a little salad is nice too. Just some lettuce and tomatoes, maybe a cucumber or two if you got ’em. A little vinegar and oil, and you’re good to go. It’s light and fresh, helps to cut through all that richness of the tamales. Plus, it makes you feel like you’re eatin’ somethin’ healthy, ya know?
And don’t forget the hot sauce! I like that Cholula stuff, but any kind will do. Just a little dab will do ya, unless you like it real spicy, then go ahead and pour it on. It just gives it a little kick, wakes up your taste buds. Tamales without hot sauce is like a day without sunshine, I tell ya.
- Rice and Beans: Can’t go wrong with this classic combo. It fills you up and goes perfect with the tamales.
- Cheese: A little shredded cheddar or pepper jack melts nicely and adds extra flavor.
- Salad: A simple side salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and a light dressing is refreshing.
- Hot Sauce: A dash of your favorite hot sauce adds a kick.
Now, some folks like to get all fancy and make all sorts of complicated stuff. Like that pico de gallo stuff, with all the chopped up tomatoes and onions and peppers. It’s good, I ain’t gonna lie, but it’s a lot of work. I’d rather just stick to the basics, ya know? Keep it simple, stupid, that’s what I always say.
I heard some folks eat their tamales with avocado and cucumber salad. Sound alright, I guess, but I ain’t never tried it. And cactus salad? Well, I’ll be. People eat anything these days. My neighbor, she makes some kinda cabbage slaw thing, no mayo though, she says. Tangy and crunchy, she calls it. I dunno, sounds kinda weird to me, but she seems to like it. To each their own, I guess.
Then there’s that corn salad with shrimp, I seen it on the TV once. Grilled corn and shrimp and veggies, all mixed up. Looked mighty fancy, but again, too much work for me. I’m too old for all that fussin’ around in the kitchen. I like my food simple and tasty, and I like it fast. I ain’t got all day to be standin’ over a hot stove.
And some folks, they just eat them tamales all by themselves. Just a squeeze of lime, they say. And maybe some bread on the side. That’s how they do it in some places, I heard. Well, I guess that’s alright too, if you ain’t too hungry. But me, I like to have a little somethin’ extra on the side. Fills you up better, ya know?
So there you have it, my two cents on what to eat with tamales. You can take it or leave it, it’s up to you. Just remember, it ain’t about bein’ fancy, it’s about bein’ tasty. And most importantly, it’s about eatin’ good food with good company. That’s what really matters, ain’t it?
So go on, get yourself some tamales and fix up a nice little side dish or two. You won’t regret it. And don’t forget that hot sauce! You hear me? Don’t forget the hot sauce! Alright, I’m done talkin’ now. Go on, git outta here and get cookin’.
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