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Step 1
Rinse the corn husks and place them in a large bowl. Fill with warm water to cover and set aside.
Step 2
To form the dough, combine tamal, water, and vegetable oil in a small bowl. Mix using your hands until a soft paste-like dough is formed.
Step 3
Drain corn husks and carefully pat dry. Prepare your workstation by laying out several corn husks next to the dough and filling. Place steamer rack in Instant Pot and add 1 cup water.
Step 4
To fill the corn husks, use your fingers or back of a spoon to spread an even layer of the dough in the middle of the husk. Arrange a small amount of meat (or another filling) down the center of dough. Carefully fold the corn husks closed by pressing dough together, then rolling the husk, and folding the bottom. Place in Instant Pot standing up.
Step 5
To cook tamales, secure the lid and set the valve to pressure cooking position. Steam at high heat for 20 minutes.
Step 6
To serve, unroll tamales from the husk and top with tomatillo salsa, guacamole, and refried beans.