Texas Tamale Pie
A hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground beef, beans, and spices with a delicious cornmeal topping, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
Spices
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cornmeal topping
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, combine the cornmeal, milk, and egg, mixing until smooth.
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour half of the cornmeal mixture into the dish, spreading it evenly.
- Layer the beef mixture over the cornmeal, then pour the remaining cornmeal mixture on top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and black olives over the top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Texas Tamale Pie is great on its own, but it can also be served with sour cream, avocado slices, or extra cheese. You can pair it with a simple salad or some corn on the side for a complete meal.