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Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe in Just 45 Minutes

Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe in Just 45 Minutes

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  • Author: Florence
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Description

Indulge in the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with this Irresistible Texas Tamale Pie Recipe, ready in just 45 minutes! This hearty dish layers savory ground beef, nutritious beans, and sweet corn in a spicy sauce, all crowned with a golden cornbread topping.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 12 diced jalapeño peppers
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups red salsa
  • 1 (10-ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
  • 2 boxes Jiffy cornbread mix
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat.
  3. Add onion, garlic, and jalapeños; sauté until softened (3–4 minutes).
  4. Stir in chipotle chili powder, paprika, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
  5. Pour in red salsa and enchilada sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in black beans and corn; transfer filling to a baking dish.
  7. In a bowl, mix cornbread mix with eggs and milk; stir until combined.
  8. Spread cornbread mixture over the filling and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Garnish with sour cream, chopped tomatoes or pico de gallo, cilantro, and guacamole before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 180g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg