Tamales pisques

This variety of tamales comes from El Salvador, but it is also popular in Honduras. Tamales pisques are made with seasoned corn masa that is mixed with refried beans, and the combination is then neatly wrapped in plantain leaves. The tamales are then steamed, and the dish is ready for consumption after it has cooled down a bit. It is recommended to serve tamales pisques with tomato sauce or curtido – a fermented cabbage relish that is a staple of Salvadoran cuisine.