Pork Tamale Casserole Recipe

A delicious and easy-to-make pork tamale casserole that brings the flavors of traditional tamales to your dinner table without the fuss.

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Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Oven
Baking Dish
Mixing bowl
Skillet

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheese
1 can diced tomatoes drained
1 can black beans drained and rinsed
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal and chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
In a baking dish, layer the cooked pork, diced tomatoes, black beans, and cornmeal mixture.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes:

This casserole is a great way to enjoy the flavors of tamales without all the work. Serve with a side of sour cream and salsa for extra flavor.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Casserole, Pork, Tamale

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