Combine seasonings into pre-prepared masa until well mixed.

Add olive oil to taste. You could also use lard—but that’s more work. LAZINESS, PEOPLE!

Squish in chopped veggies and optional meat.

Make small handfuls of mixture, and place on tamale paper. Roll up, closed-burrito-style.

Wrap up all masa mixture.

Steam for 30-45 minutes (this depends on the size/thickness of your tamales).

Remove from steamer (I used a rice cooker), unwrap, top with sour cream and salsa.