Mexican Style Meatloaf

Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this flavorful Mexican Style Meatloaf! This bold twist on a classic comfort food combines juicy ground beef and smoky chorizo with colorful bell peppers, zesty spices, and fresh cilantro for a mouthwatering fusion of taste and texture. A generous layer of salsa tops the loaf, creating a tangy glaze that pairs perfectly with the melty cheddar cheese folded into every bite. With optional jalapeño for an extra kick, this meatloaf is as customizable as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and baked to perfection, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for family dinners or casual gatherings. Try serving it with sour cream, cilantro lime rice, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 0.5 pounds Chorizo
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 2 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium (finely diced) Onion
• 0.5 medium (finely diced) Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium (finely diced) Green bell pepper
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 small (optional, finely diced) Jalapeño

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chorizo, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, and tomato paste. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.

Step 3

Add in the diced onion, red and green bell peppers, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, jalapeño (if using), ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix again to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 4

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down firmly to shape it into a loaf.

Step 6

Spread the salsa evenly over the top of the meatloaf to create a glaze.

Step 7

Place the loaf pan in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Serve warm with additional salsa or a dollop of sour cream on the side for an extra kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2073 grams (2073.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4114

Total Fat 286.40g	367%
Saturated Fat 116.90g	585%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.90g
Cholesterol 1456mg	485%
Sodium 9978mg	434%
Total Carbohydrate 145.20g	53%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 34.40g
Protein 265.10g	530%

Vitamin D 297IU	1487%
Calcium 1372mg	106%
Iron 32mg	177%
Potassium 4851mg	103%

*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: 61.1%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 13.8%