Tamale pie, a delectable dish that seamlessly blends the flavors of Mexican and American cuisine, is a true culinary delight. This hearty and comforting casserole boasts a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef, sweet corn, tender black beans, and diced green chilies, all enveloped in a rich and savory chili gravy. The pièce de résistance, however, is the golden cornbread topping, which adds a delightful textural contrast and a hint of sweetness to balance the savory filling. This recipe offers two variations: a classic tamale pie and a vegetarian version, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delicious and versatile dish. With its ease of preparation and crowd-pleasing appeal, tamale pie is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or hearty family dinners.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
TAMALE PIE FOR TWO
This fun, Southwest-style main dish features an easy tortilla crust and a hearty filling. "The amount of seasoning is just right for us," notes Ruth Aden of Polson, Montana. "Make it once with my amounts, then spice it up if needed."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, garlic powder, chili powder, salt and pepper. Remove from the heat., Place one tortilla in a 3-cup round baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with half of the meat mixture and cheese; repeat layers. Sprinkle with olives. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 947mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
OLD-SCHOOL TAMALE PIE
Delicious, old-school, comfort food, this tamale pie recipe is perfect for fall or winter nights.
Provided by Aymee
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Stir tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, olives, chili powder, garlic, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into the skillet. Bring to a low boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese and continue to simmer until melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Heat milk, butter, sugar, and salt for topping in a large saucepan over medium heat until butter has melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in cornmeal a little at a time, stirring vigorously with each addition, until smooth and thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Drizzle in beaten eggs slowly, stirring vigorously until combined. Pour mixture over filling in the prepared dish, smoothing evenly over the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and filling is bubbly, 30 to 40 minutes. Allow pie to rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 96.6 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 709.8 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
TAMALE PIE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- For the crust: Mix the masa with the broth in a large bowl and stir to combine. In a mixer, beat the shortening, butter, baking powder and salt. Add the masa mixture to the mixer bowl in 3 additions and beat until combined and soft. Cover and refrigerate while you make the filling.
- For the filling: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil. Cook the beef, breaking up any lumps, until it is no longer pink, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a bowl using a slotted spoon. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the grease from the skillet.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, jalapeno and poblano to the skillet and season with the chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Cook until just beginning to brown. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, broth and tomato paste and bring to a boil. Add the beans and return the meat to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with butter. Line the skillet with a little over half of the masa mixture and press. Add the filling, then spoon the rest of the masa mixture over the top. Bake until the top is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
TAMALE PIE
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Heat the oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, onions, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring and breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until the meat is brown and the onions are softened, about 6 minutes. Add the tomato paste, chili powder and cumin and cook, stirring, about 1 minute. Stir in the enchilada sauce, beans, corn and cilantro and season with salt. Bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the cheese.
- Add the cornmeal to a mixing bowl. Mix in the buttermilk and oil. You want the mixture to be thick but pourable. Stir in the scallions. Pour on top of the meat mixture in the skillet and spread in an even layer. Bake until the meat is bubbling and the cornbread is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
EASY TAMALE PIE
Try this savory, Southwestern-style family recipe for a quick, simple, all-in-one tamale pie.
Provided by Quinn Floch
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter an 8-inch baking or casserole dish.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in corn, tomatoes, oil, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil; remove from heat.
- Combine milk, cornmeal, and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in meat mixture. Mix in olives. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and set, 50 to 60 minutes; mixture should not be mushy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 93.9 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 656.6 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
TAMALE PIE
Make and share this Tamale Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by nita d.
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Fry hamburger and drain.
- Add the onions, green pepper and garlic; cook until onions are golden.
- Add tomatoes, corn,olives, salt and pepper, and chili powder; stir and add corn meal.
- Pour this all in a 13x9-inch pan.
- In a sauce pan pour in 2 cups milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons butter and 1 cup of corn meal.
- Stir until thick (it thickens fast).
- Pour mixture on top of the hamburger mixture. If you desire, sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake until golden, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.7, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 124.4, Sodium 1166, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 8.3, Protein 37.7
TAMALE PIE
The amount of spice in this recipe is just right for my family-we prefer things on the mild side. Make it once with these measurements, then spice it up a little more if you like! -Ruth Aden, Polson, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown ground beef; drain. Add tomatoes, onion and spices. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. , Arrange 5 tortillas in the bottom of a 13x9-in. baking dish, tearing tortillas as needed. Cover with half of the meat mixture, then half of the cheese. Repeat layers, using remaining tortillas, meat mixture and cheese. Sprinkle with olives. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 829mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of cornbread recipes to create different flavors and textures.
- Feel free to experiment with different fillings, such as ground beef, turkey, chicken, or vegetables.
- Add various seasonings and spices to the filling to enhance the flavor.
- Use different types of cheese for the topping, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack.
- To make the cornbread crust easier to handle, chill it for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Serve tamale pie with your favorite sides, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Tamale pie is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover cornbread and other ingredients, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. With its unique combination of flavors and textures, tamale pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give tamale pie a try!
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