Is Trader Joe's Handcrafted Chicken & Cheese Tamales Wrapped in Corn Husks Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain nightshades and 1 ingredient contain nightshades depending on the source.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • green chilies
  • bell pepper
  • modified food starch

green chilies

Dietitian note

Most peppers, including jalapenos and chilis, are nightshades. However, black and white pepper are derived from peppercorns and thus are not nightshades.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

These tamales offer a savory, mildly spiced filling and a tender, slightly grainy texture with a moist interior and firm outer layer. Commonly reheated for quick weeknight dinners, potlucks, or snacks; reviewers often note convenience and authentic flavor while occasionally mentioning uneven heating and variable seasoning between different batches overall.

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Ingredients

Water, Corn Masa Flour (corn Masa Flour, Lime), White Meat Chicken (white Meat Chicken, Chicken Broth, Salt), Corn Oil, Corn, Cheddar Cheese (cultured Pasteurized Milk, Contains Less Than 2% Of Salt, Enzymes And Annatto), Bell Pepper, Contains Less Than 2% Of Seasoning Blend (salt, Spices), Seasoning Blend (salt, Spices, Garlic Powder, Sugar), Green Chilies, Modified Food Starch, Cilantro, Carrageenan, Vinegar. Contains: Milk.

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About this product

Frozen Meal · Frozen

Flavor
SavorySpicyMild
Texture
GrainySoft
Commonly used for
Meal PrepSnackingOn The GoLunch