Delicious Mexican Tamale Pie Recipe
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6
Description:
This Mexican Tamale Pie is incredibly easy to whip up and packed with flavor that will surprise your taste buds! It’s a fantastic dish to serve with a fresh, crisp salad for a well-rounded, satisfying meal. With its vibrant mix of vegetables, savory spices, and cheesy goodness, it’s sure to become a family favorite. 🌶️🧀
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions:
-
Prepare the Cornmeal Base: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a rolling boil. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Once the cornmeal is fully incorporated, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes. Stir frequently to ensure the mixture doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan.
-
Cook the Vegetables: While the cornmeal mixture is cooking, heat a separate medium to large saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, and chopped cilantro. Allow the mixture to simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked through and the flavors have melded together beautifully.
-
Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the cooked cornmeal mixture evenly across the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, which should be ungreased. Spoon the vegetable and bean mixture over the cornmeal layer, spreading it out evenly.
-
Bake and Finish: Place the assembled dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the pie to set. After baking, sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses on top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
-
Serve and Enjoy: Let the tamale pie cool slightly before serving. Slice into squares and serve with a big, refreshing salad for a complete meal.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 487.7
- Fat Content: 9.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 5.9mg
- Sodium: 1089.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 67.5g
- Fiber: 17.4g
- Sugar: 6.2g
- Protein: 36.7g
Keywords: Quick Mexican Tamale Pie, Easy Tamale Pie Recipe, Mexican Comfort Food
This vibrant and hearty Mexican Tamale Pie will bring a burst of flavor and satisfaction to your table, and it’s so simple to make that you’ll want to prepare it again and again! Enjoy your delicious homemade meal with loved ones. 🌟👩🍳👨🍳
