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Tamales

Tamales

at Tamaleria La Madrina

4.5 on Dishy

8–15

These tamales are made with nixtamalized masa and wrapped in banana leaves rather than the more common corn husks, which gives them a regional profile that stands out in Brooklyn. The kitchen leans into heritage recipes and a richer, more layered filling style, including tamales tied to a 25-ingredient mole. Expect a fragrant package, a softer steam-cooked texture, and a deeper savory finish than you’d get from a standard street tamal. Recent coverage has highlighted the kitchen’s seriousness about tradition and its fast-selling window service.

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