How to Make Pulled Pork Tamale Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, it's hard to beat the rich and savory flavors of a good pulled pork dish. And if you're a fan of tamales, then you're in for a real treat with this Pulled Pork Tamale Casserole. This dish combines the best of both worlds, with tender, juicy pulled pork nestled between layers of fluffy, cornbread-like masa. It's like a fiesta for your taste buds, with all the comforting flavors of classic tamales and the satisfying heartiness of pulled pork.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds cooked pulled pork
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers
  • ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup frozen corn
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • ⅓ cup sliced black olives
  • 1 (15 ounce) package corn bread mix
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine pulled pork, enchilada sauce, green chile peppers, black beans, corn, onion, and olives in a large bowl. Spread mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  • Combine corn bread mix, milk, egg, and butter in a separate bowl. Pour over pork mixture. Spread Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and casserole is hot, about 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    456 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 1797mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 250mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 256mg