Mexican taco lasagna is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, combining the flavors of tacos and lasagna into one hearty and satisfying dish. Here’s a recipe for Mexican taco lasagna:Ingredients:
For the Meat Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
For the Layering:
- 12-15 small corn tortillas
- 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Meat Filling:
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for a few minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn kernels. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Lasagna:
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom.
- Place a layer of corn tortillas on top of the sauce, overlapping slightly to cover the bottom of the dish.
- Layer the Meat Mixture:
- Spoon half of the meat mixture over the tortillas.
- Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the meat.
- Repeat Layers:
- Place another layer of tortillas over the cheese.
- Add the remaining meat mixture.
- Final Layers:
- Place a final layer of tortillas over the meat.
- Spread the sour cream evenly over the top layer of tortillas.
- Pour the remaining tomato sauce over the sour cream.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the lasagna is heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve:
- Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives (if using), chopped cilantro, and green onions.
- Slice and Enjoy:
- Slice the Mexican taco lasagna into squares and serve hot.
This Mexican taco lasagna is a crowd-pleaser and a perfect dish for a family dinner or potluck. Customize it with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or jalapeños for extra flavor.