How to Make Black Bean Tamale Bake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black Bean Tamale Bake is a delicious and satisfying Mexican-inspired casserole that combines the flavors of tender black beans, zesty salsa, creamy cornbread, and gooey cheese. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or for serving a crowd at a casual get-together. With its layers of flavorful ingredients, this dish is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ pound ground chuck
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar pasilla chile cooking sauce (such as Herdez®)
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ears corn, kernels cut from cob
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet until shimmering. Add onion, green pepper, and salt. Cook and stir until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground chuck and garlic; cook until meat is browned, about 5 minutes. Drain fat if desired. Add beans, chile cooking sauce, and tomatoes. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add cornmeal and salt; cook until thick and creamy, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add corn, Monterey Jack cheese, and jalapeno. Stir well and spread over meat mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden and filling is bubbling, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    264 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 637mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 144mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 463mg