Hot Tamale Pie

Spice up dinnertime with this hearty and flavorful Hot Tamale Pie, a crowd-pleasing casserole that combines the bold flavors of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and sweet corn topped with a golden, cheesy cornbread crust. This one-dish wonder seamlessly blends Mexican-inspired spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika with the comforting texture of cornbread, making it the perfect meal for family dinners or casual gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time and customizable toppings like sour cream or fresh cilantro, this recipe is both easy and versatile. Whether served as a standalone dish or paired with a crisp side salad, Hot Tamale Pie is comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 15 ounces black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, finely diced (optional)
• 8.5 ounces cornbread mix
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juices), tomato paste, black beans, corn kernels, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and diced jalapeño (if using). Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Prepare the cornbread topping by mixing the cornbread mix, milk, and egg in a bowl according to the package instructions. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown and cooked through (a toothpick inserted into the cornbread should come out clean).

Step 9

Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm, optionally garnished with sour cream, chopped cilantro, or sliced jalapeños for added flair.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2391.6 grams (2391.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3320

Total Fat 140.70g	180%
Saturated Fat 62.10g	311%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 653mg	218%
Sodium 7647mg	332%
Total Carbohydrate 362.30g	132%
Dietary Fiber 51.50g	184%
Total Sugars 98.10g
Protein 173.30g	347%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 1830mg	141%
Iron 28mg	156%
Potassium 4964mg	106%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 42.5%