Mami's Tamales has made a historic debut with its tamale-focused pop-up restaurant, Asia's first of its kind. Located at 55 Keong Saik Road in Singapore, this pop-up, in partnership with renowned Chef Mauricio Espinoza of Papi's Tacos and guided by Chef Maribel Colmenares, promises an immersive experience of Mexico's cherished culinary history. The bright restaurant alters Singapore's dining scene with its lively Mexican-themed decor, providing an authentic experience that embraces Mexican cuisine's rich heritage and joyful attitude.
This one-of-a-kind eating experience revolves around tamales, a Mexican culinary classic. These traditional masa bundles, packed with savoury ingredients and wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves, are rarely seen in Singapore. Mami's Tamales wants to bridge this gap by introducing locals to the richness and variety of this popular Mexican delicacy.
Each tamale is made with expertise and attention, with some recipes taking up to three hours to perfect. While the chefs obtain many items locally to reduce their carbon footprint, they import important ingredients like chillies and tomatillos from Mexico to provide an authentic flavour.
The restaurant offers a variety of tamale selections starting at SGD 13, with a mix of Mexican and Asian influences. Highlights include the Chicken Tinga Tamales, which are made with soft chicken stewed in a smokey tomato sauce, and the Pork Salsa Verde Tamales, which are loaded with juicy pork in a zesty tomatillo sauce. These recipes provide a true experience of Mexico's vivid flavours.
Mami's Tamales also includes Asian culinary features on its menu. The Ayam Sambal Hijau Tamales are made with tender chicken and a fiery green chilli sambal, while the Curry Tempe Tamales are vegan and made with tempeh in a thick curry sauce. Furthermore, the plant-based Las Gorditas Jackfruit (Chubbies) offer a savoury alternative to seasoned jackfruit.
For dessert, guests can enjoy the Mexican Dark Chocolate Quesadilla, a delectable delight made with velvety chocolate and garnished with strawberry compote and marshmallow sauce. The bar menu includes unique cocktails such as La Pasita Poblana, a raisin-based liqueur served with a hint of heritage. The special paleta bar offers unusual flavours such as Avocado, Coconut and Lime Paleta buried in a coconut margarita, providing a pleasant finish to the dinner.
With its authentic flavours, festive atmosphere, and unique menu, Mami's Tamales delivers a Mexican culture taste to Singapore, guaranteeing a remarkable dining experience that celebrates both traditional and contemporary culinary arts.
a. 55 Keong Saik Rd., #01-02, Singapore 089158
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