Mexican Mush

Transform weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Mexican Mush! This dish combines velvety yellow cornmeal with a rich, spiced topping of black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and fragrant sautéed onions and garlic. Infused with bold notes of ground cumin and chili powder, it's a comforting, budget-friendly recipe that's packed with Mexican-inspired flavors. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of brightness, and add optional shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream for a creamy, indulgent finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, Mexican Mush is perfect for busy evenings—serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with a crisp green salad for a complete dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
• 3 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 2

Slowly whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from heat, cover, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, and salt, and cook for another minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the black beans and canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (including their liquid) to the skillet. Mix well and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 6

Spoon the cooked cornmeal onto individual plates or a serving platter, spreading it out evenly.

Step 7

Top the cornmeal with the bean and tomato mixture, spreading it out evenly over the surface.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh cilantro and, if desired, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side, if using.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Mexican Mush!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1549.6 grams (1549.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1610

Total Fat 55.50g	71%
Saturated Fat 22.40g	112%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.50g
Cholesterol 90mg	30%
Sodium 4181mg	182%
Total Carbohydrate 225.20g	82%
Dietary Fiber 39.60g	141%
Total Sugars 23.70g
Protein 56.80g	114%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 748mg	58%
Iron 15mg	83%
Potassium 2715mg	58%

*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: 30.7%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 55.3%