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Corn Chip Tamale Pie

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Corn Chip Tamale Pie

Think chilli meets shepherd’s pie - but with a crunchy corn chip topping.

Serves: 6

Prep time: 20 mins

Cook time: 40 mins


  • INGREDIENTS

    • 500g beef mince (or turkey)  

    • 1 onion, diced  

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced  

    • 1 red capsicum, diced  

    • 2 tbsp tomato paste  

    • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)  

    • 1 can diced tomatoes  

    • 1 can black beans, drained  

    • 1 cup corn kernels  

    • ½ cup water or stock  


    Corn Chip Topping 

    • 2 cups crushed corn chips (roughly crushed)  

    • 1 cup grated cheddar  

    • 2 tbsp melted butter  

    • 2 tbsp chopped coriander (optional)  

  • Method 

    1. Make the filling 

      Brown mince. Remove excess fat. Add onion, garlic and capsicum - cook until softened. Stir in tomato paste and seasoning. Add tomatoes, beans, corn and water/stock. Simmer 10–15 minutes until thick and rich.  

    2. Prepare topping 

      Mix crushed corn chips with cheese, melted butter and coriander.  

    3. Assemble 

      Pour beef mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle corn chip topping evenly over the top.  

    4. Bake 

      190°C for 20–25 minutes until golden and crunchy.  

    5. Rest

      Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.  


    Serve with

    • Sour cream or Greek yoghurt  

    • Sliced avocado  

    • Lime wedges  

    • Fresh coriander  

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