Here’s a tasty way to make Mexican Lasagna—a fusion dish that layers classic lasagna with Mexican flavors like tortillas, beans, salsa, and cheese.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
- 8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or chicken
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1–2 cups salsa (mild or medium, depending on taste)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Meat:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion until soft.
- Add garlic, then the ground meat, cooking until browned.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water (per seasoning instructions).
- Add Beans and Corn:
- Mix in the drained beans and corn. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Lasagna:
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom.
- Place a layer of tortillas (whole or slightly torn to fit).
- Spread a layer of the meat and bean mixture.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a cheese layer on top.
- Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve:
- Let it rest 5–10 minutes before cutting.
- Top with sour cream, cilantro, or green onions if desired.
💡 Tips:
- For extra flavor, add diced green chiles or jalapeños to the meat mixture.
- You can swap tortillas for tortilla chips for a crunchy twist.
- Make it vegetarian by skipping meat and adding extra beans, veggies, or tofu.
If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version that cooks in one skillet with no baking required—super quick for busy nights. Do you want me to do that?
