In the vibrant culinary landscape of Mexico, there exists a delectable dish that captures the very essence of the nation's rich flavors and culinary heritage: the Taste of Mexico Pie. This savory masterpiece is a harmonious blend of traditional Mexican ingredients and innovative culinary techniques, resulting in an explosion of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds and leaves you craving for more.
From the perfectly balanced combination of ground beef, chorizo, and spices in the filling to the crispy and flaky crust made with corn tortillas, every element of this pie is carefully crafted to deliver a unique and unforgettable dining experience. Accompaniments like guacamole, salsa, and sour cream add layers of flavor and texture, while the optional cheese topping provides a gooey and indulgent touch.
Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, the Taste of Mexico Pie is an accessible and rewarding recipe to try. With step-by-step instructions and detailed ingredient lists, this article provides everything you need to create this culinary masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen.
So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexico. Let the Taste of Mexico Pie transport you to a world of bold flavors, vibrant colors, and unforgettable taste sensations.
TORTILLA PIE
My husband and I enjoy this southwestern take on lasagna because it's not as dense or heavy as traditional layered dishes made with pasta. Our two daughters enjoy the mild flavor. -Lisa King, Caledonia, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes. Stir in spices and tomatoes. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons cilantro., Place 1 tortilla in a 9-in. round baking pan coated with cooking spray. Layer with half the meat sauce, 1 tortilla, ricotta mixture, another tortilla and remaining meat sauce. Top with remaining tortilla; sprinkle with cheddar cheese and remaining cilantro. , Bake, covered, until heated through, 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 574mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRITO PIE
Frito pie is legendary in the Southwest for being spicy, salty and cheesy fabulous. Here's my easy take on this crunchy classic. -Jan Moon, Alamogordo, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in beans; heat through., Reserve 1 cup corn chips for topping. Place remaining corn chips in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with meat mixture, enchilada sauce and cheese; top with reserved chips., Bake, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 731 calories, Fat 41g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 1733mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 34g protein.
MEXICAN CHILI PIE
This recipe is one of my husband Dwayne's favorite, especially during cooler weather. The topping is crunchy, and the chili has just enough spice to warm you up inside in even the coldest weather! I add a simple side salad to complete the meal.-Heather Thurmeier, Pense, Saskatchewan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add seasonings and tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Add green pepper. Spoon 2 cups into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. shallow baking dish; top with half of the beans. Repeat layers. , For topping, combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in cheese. Combine buttermilk, egg and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread over filling. , Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until topping is lightly browned and filling is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
MEXICAN PIE
This recipe combines a ground beef main dish with a rice side dish to make a hearty, satisfying meal. I prepare this pie often because my husband loves it-and he always asks for second helpings!-Denise Simeth, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine beef broth, rice, butter and salt. Cover and cook rice according to package directions. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Stir in eggs and pimientos. , Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 10-in. pie plate; set aside. For filling, cook beef until no longer pink; drain. Stir in garlic and cumin; cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in taco sauce and egg. Spoon filling into crust. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. , Meanwhile, for guacamole, mash avocado with a fork in a small bowl. Stir in the onion, taco sauce and lemon juice; cover and set aside. Remove pie from oven; spread guacamole over meat. Top with sour cream. Bake 5 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 23g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 149mg cholesterol, Sodium 875mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
TASTE OF MEXICO PIE
Inspired by a cheeseburger pie recipe clipped from a magazine,I made this up while hungry for tacos. I didn't have any taco shells, so I used pie crust.
Provided by Aunt Willie
Categories Meat
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown hamburger and onion, until meat is no longer pink.
- Drain off fat.
- Add green pepper, corn and jalapeños; stir.
- Add envelope of taco seasoning and the amount of water the envelope calls for.
- Simmer until thick.
- Add salsa and stir.
- Line a pie plate with 1/2 crust pastry.
- Pour in hamburger mixture.
- Top with cheese and sliced olives.
- Place remaining half of crust pastry on top and seal edges.
- Cut several slits into top of crust for steam to escape.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes until crust is golden.
HONEY PIE
A hint of honey flavors this old-fashioned honey custard pie that comes together quickly with simple ingredients. Don't be afraid of blind-baking the crust, it's easy to do. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°., Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Whisk in remaining ingredients until blended. Pour into crust. Cover edge with foil. Bake at 400° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving. Top each serving with optional toppings as desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 17g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
SOUTHWEST FRITO PIE
I got a real culture shock when we moved to New Mexico several years ago, but we grew to love the food. Now, back in South Carolina, we still crave New Mexican dishes, and this is one of my go-to favorites.-Janet Scoggins, North Augusta, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in chili powder, flour, salt and garlic powder until blended. Gradually stir in water and, if desired, beans., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 12-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., To serve, divide chips among 6 serving bowls. Top with beef mixture, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and onion. If desired, top with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 calories, Fat 38g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 915mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 43g protein.
HOMEMADE CHERRY PIE FILLING
Fresh tart cherries give this pie filling a homemade flavor that's superior to canned.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Add the cherries, water and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in food coloring if desired. Yield: 4 cups. , For a lattice-crust pie: Line a 9-in. pie plate with bottom pastry; add filling. Make a lattice crust; trim, seal and flute edges. Cover edges loosely with foil. , Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Remove foil; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CREAMY PINA COLADA PIE
This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right out of the freezer and others prefer a softer pie-either way it's delicious! -Jenny Hales, Arcadia, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 pies (8 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine first three ingredients until smooth. Fold in pineapple, coconut and nuts. Divide and pour mixture into prepared crusts. Refrigerate, covered, until firm, at least 4 hours. If desired, serve with additional whipped topping and cherries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients: Chop and measure all your ingredients before you start cooking. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use a nonstick skillet: This will help prevent the tortillas from sticking and make it easier to flip them.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: Cook the tortillas in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding and ensure they cook evenly.
- Be careful not to overcook the tortillas: They should be cooked until they are golden brown and slightly crispy, but not hard.
- Layer the pie carefully: Start with a layer of tortillas, then add a layer of filling, and repeat. Be sure to press down on each layer to compact it and prevent the pie from falling apart.
- Bake the pie until it is golden brown and bubbly: This will take about 30 minutes. Let the pie cool slightly before serving.
Conclusion:
This Taste of Mexico pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its flavorful filling and crispy tortilla crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give this Taste of Mexico pie a try. You won't be disappointed!
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