Try this homemade Pinto Bean Tamales recipe the whole family will love. Made with green, beans, cornmeal and beef. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Pinto Bean Tamales relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as doz. green or dry corn husks, cornmeal, (6 oz.) can tomato paste and chili powder. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 541 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026