Mexican Dish Recipe

This recipe is a family favorite, inspired by a high school friend's mom! It's surprisingly quick and easy, yet delivers incredible flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this adaptable casserole can be made with or without cheese, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone. Enjoy crispy fried tortillas layered with a savory ground beef mixture, topped with melty cheese (optional). Get ready for a comforting meal the whole family will love! You can even fry the tortillas separately for a fun nacho-like twist!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 1491.8 kcal
Protein 201g
Rating 4.3 (23 Reviews)
Mexican Dish 13

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Dish

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How to Make Mexican Dish

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 tsp garlic salt and 1 medium chopped onion to the skillet. Cook until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
  3. [Add remaining ingredients and measurements here - e.g., 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; salt and pepper to taste]. Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Fry each tortilla for about 10 seconds per side, until lightly crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt.
  5. Layer the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with about 4 fried tortillas.
  6. Top with 1/3 of the meat mixture.
  7. Repeat layers (tortillas, meat) until the dish is almost full, ending with a layer of meat.
  8. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese on top (optional).
  9. Bake at 360°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

311g

Carbs

4g