Quick Tamale Hash
A quick and easy tamale-inspired skillet meal made with ground meat, corn, beans, and spices—ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade mix)
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with green chilies if preferred)
- 1 cup frozen or canned corn
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup prepared masa harina or cornmeal (optional, for texture)
- Chopped green onions or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the meat:In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat with onion and garlic until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add seasoning and veggies:Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, and beans. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Optional masa layer:For a more tamale-like texture, stir in prepared masa harina or a bit of cornmeal. Let it cook for 3–5 more minutes until thickened.
- Top with cheese:Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish and serve:Remove from heat. Top with green onions or cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Masa harina adds a tamale-style texture and is optional.
- Add jalapeños or chili powder for more heat.
- Use plant-based ground meat to make it vegetarian.