Tijuana Torte

Dive into the bold and zesty flavors of the Tijuana Torte, a Mexican-inspired casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and tangy salsa, all nestled between soft flour tortillas and melted Mexican cheese. This crowd-pleasing dish is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying, with a prep time of just 15 minutes and a perfectly baked, cheesy finish in under an hour. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and served with a dollop of creamy sour cream, this hearty recipe is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with flavor and easy to customize, it’s the ultimate comfort food for taco lovers looking for something a little different.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 1 cup black beans (canned), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sweet corn (canned or frozen), drained if canned
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup salsa
• 6 flour tortillas (8-inch)
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and the onion is soft.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and salsa. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and excess liquid to reduce slightly. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Place 2 flour tortillas at the bottom of the greased baking dish, overlapping as needed to cover the surface.

Step 6

Spread 1/3 of the beef and bean mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1/3 of the shredded cheese.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process twice more: tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese. Finish with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Allow the torte to rest for 5 minutes before cutting into slices.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2455.5 grams (2455.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4611

Total Fat 282.90g	363%
Saturated Fat 136.30g	682%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 894mg	298%
Sodium 11289mg	491%
Total Carbohydrate 297.50g	108%
Dietary Fiber 37.80g	135%
Total Sugars 47.50g
Protein 247.50g	495%

Vitamin D 103IU	513%
Calcium 4221mg	325%
Iron 26mg	145%
Potassium 4320mg	92%

*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: 53.9%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 25.2%