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The complete buyer lineup

Core formulas now.
Your next signature flavor next.

Start with frozen ADESA house formulas that are in stock and ready to ship, subject to live inventory—or brief our R&D team on a custom program only your brand can own.

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In-stock core lineup Frozen · Foodservice · Retail-ready capability

Traditional lard and vegetarian masa recipe options

01 Choose your path

Every product page is built for a buyer decision.

Explore menu opportunities, manufacturing proof and program formats for each selected SKU.

Frozen beef tamales from TAMALÉA by ADESA International
01Ready to ship
Tamales de Res

Beef Tamales

Deep, savory and built for the center of the plate

24 tamales per case · 5 oz each

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Frozen pork tamales from TAMALÉA by ADESA International
02Ready to ship
Tamales de Puerco

Pork Tamales

The classic crowd-pleaser

24 tamales per case · 5 oz each

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Frozen chicken tamales from TAMALÉA by ADESA International
03Ready to ship
Tamales de Pollo

Chicken Tamales

A versatile favorite from breakfast through late night

24 tamales per case · 5 oz each

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Frozen jalapeño and cheese tamales from TAMALÉA by ADESA International
04Ready to ship
Tamales de Jalapeño con Queso

Jalapeño & Cheese Tamales

Creamy, bright and gently chile-forward

24 tamales per case · 5 oz each

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Tamal de elote sweet corn tamales from TAMALÉA by ADESA International
05Ready to ship
Sweet Corn Tamales

Tamal de Elote

A sweet-corn signature with all-day potential

60 tamales per case · 6 oz each

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Custom tamale development by TAMALÉA and ADESA International
06Custom R&D
Su Sabor. Su Marca.

Custom Tamale Programs

Your flavor, format and brand—built to scale

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02 Heating & handling

One clear preparation standard for the core lineup.

Remove the paper wrap before heating and leave the corn husk on. Heat from frozen or thawed, then verify an internal temperature of 165°F or above before serving.

Food safety standardHeating times vary by equipment. Always verify 165°F. Once thawed, reheat and consume immediately.
01

Steam

  1. Bring water to a boil and set a steaming basket in place.
  2. Remove the paper wrap; leave the corn husk on.
  3. Steam covered for 30 minutes from frozen or 15–20 minutes thawed.
  4. Confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F or above. Continue steaming and recheck if needed.
02

Microwave

  1. Remove the paper wrap; leave the corn husk on. Place in a microwave-safe container.
  2. Heat on full power for 2½ minutes from frozen or 2 minutes thawed.
  3. Rest 1 minute, then heat for another 2½ minutes from frozen or 2 minutes thawed.
  4. Confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F or above. If needed, heat 1 more minute and recheck.
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03 Commercial evaluation

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Tell us about your operation, projected volume, distributor and launch timing. ADESA will evaluate the opportunity and recommend the most relevant product and sample path.

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