This easy-to-make tamale pie is a delicious and hearty dish combining a flavorful meat filling with a cornbread topping. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
35min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 400 grams black beans
- 120 grams cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 300 grams corn kernels
- 180 grams cornmeal
- 400 grams diced tomatoes
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 450 grams ground beef
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 240 milliliters milk
- 1 onion
- 0.5 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Step 3
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
Step 4
Stir in the diced tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 5
In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, milk, egg, and baking powder. Mix well.
Step 6
Spread the meat mixture evenly in a baking dish. Pour the cornmeal mixture over the top and spread it out evenly.
Step 7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cornbread layer comes out clean.
Step 9
Let the tamale pie cool for a few minutes before serving.