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Texas Tamale Pie

Texas Tamale Pie: A Cozy Comfort Food Everyone Loves

Texas Tamale Pie is a warm and comforting dish that combines savory ground beef, zesty jalapeños, and sweet corn under a cornbread crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Onion diced, or use sweet onions for milder taste
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic minced, or garlic powder as a substitute
  • 1-2 Jalapeño Peppers diced; remove seeds for less spice
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder or regular chili powder for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika is a great alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • ½ teaspoon Cumin can be omitted for milder taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to preference
  • 2 cups Red Salsa any preferred salsa can be used
  • 10 ounce Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 15 ounce Black Beans rinsed and drained, or pinto beans
  • 15 ounce Corn drained; frozen corn is a fresh alternative
For the Cornbread Top
  • 2 boxes Jiffy Cornbread Mix or a homemade mix if preferred
  • 2 Eggs or a flax egg for vegan option
  • ⅔ cup Milk or almond milk for non-dairy option
For Garnishing
  • Sour Cream or Greek yogurt as a lighter option
  • Chopped Tomatoes/Pico de Gallo
  • Cilantro
  • Guacamole

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • skillet
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the cornbread bakes perfectly.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5–6 minutes until no longer pink.
  3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced jalapeños to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in chipotle chili powder, paprika, salt, cumin, and black pepper; mix for another minute.
  5. Pour in the red salsa and enchilada sauce; stir and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Mix in the black beans and corn, stirring until evenly combined.
  7. Transfer the filling into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. In a bowl, combine the cornbread mix, eggs, and milk; mix until just combined.
  9. Spread the cornbread mixture evenly over the filling.
  10. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the cornbread top is golden brown.
  11. Let cool for 5 minutes; garnish with sour cream, tomatoes, cilantro, and guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This Texas Tamale Pie can easily be made vegetarian by substituting the ground beef with beans or lentils.

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