Best 2 Tamale Loaf Recipes

Tamale loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of traditional tamales with the convenience of a casserole. This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion. Its combination of tender masa dough, flavorful meat filling, and rich chili sauce makes it a hit with everyone who tries it.

There are many variations of tamale loaf, but the basic ingredients and steps are always the same. The masa dough is made from a mixture of masa harina, water, and salt. The meat filling can be made from any type of ground meat, such as beef, pork, or chicken. The chili sauce is typically made from a mixture of tomatoes, chili peppers, and spices.

To make tamale loaf, the masa dough is spread out in a baking dish and then topped with the meat filling and chili sauce. The loaf is then baked until the masa dough is cooked through and the meat filling is tender.

This article features three different recipes for tamale loaf. The first recipe is for a classic tamale loaf with a beef filling. The second recipe is for a vegetarian tamale loaf with a black bean and corn filling. The third recipe is for a chicken tamale loaf with a green chili sauce.

All of these recipes are easy to follow and make delicious tamale loaves. So whether you're a fan of traditional tamales or you're looking for a new and easy weeknight meal, be sure to give one of these tamale loaf recipes a try.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TAMALE LOAF

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If you like Southwest-style food, then perhaps you'll enjoy this zesty meat loaf. I've made it for large groups and have received many compliments.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Taco sauce, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook beef, celery, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, cornmeal, corn, olives, eggs, chili powder, salt and pepper. , Pour into a well-greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours until a thermometer reaches 160°. Serve with taco sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 854mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

TAMALE LOAF

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Grams Tamale Loaf- a recipe my husband grew up on and now my own boys will be able to enjoy it just the same. All ingredients are tweakable to suit your families taste bud needs.. Hope you enjoy a simple but yummy loaf.. :)

Provided by Mama Jen

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb ground turkey (or hamburger)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 (14 ounce) can creamed corn
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes (drained)
1 cup yellow cornmeal
2 large eggs, beaten
seasoning salt (to taste)
garlic salt (to taste)
1 (6 ounce) can black olives, medium
cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Steps:

Pre-heat oven to 350'.
Saute onions and garlic in 1 tbs butter.
Add in meat and chili powder and cook till meat looses color.
In separate kettle cook corn, tomatoes and corn meal into a mush. Go slowly and stir as it will stick. Stir in beaten eggs, then meat mixture- add olives and mix until evenly combined.
Put into a large 9x12 greased casserole pan and bake uncovered for 45 mins to 1 hour or until center is dried out and firm. If using cheese top last 20 minutes
Topping Ideas: Salsa, Sour Cream, Hot Sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 101.5, Sodium 542.7, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 4.4, Protein 14.5

Tips:

Use a stand mixer or food processor to make the masa dough. This will save you time and effort.
If you don't have a stand mixer or food processor, you can make the masa dough by hand. Just be sure to mix it until it is smooth and well-combined.
To make the tamale loaf more flavorful, add your favorite seasonings to the masa dough. Some popular options include chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Be sure to cook the tamale loaf thoroughly. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
Let the tamale loaf cool slightly before serving. This will make it easier to slice and serve.

Conclusion:

Tamale loaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, be sure to give tamale loaf a try. You won't be disappointed!