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Plural of tamal . Tamal is a typical dish of American origin that usually contains cornmeal, pork or chicken and some vegetables. It is always wrapped in banana leaves and steamed. Each tamal is basically a person's share. In Venezuela and much of Colombia they are also called Hallacas or bees. There is great diversity throughout America. In my land is very famous and desired the Tamal Tolimense. In Colombia pejoratively, fat and poorly dressed woman.