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Veggie Tamale Pie


  • Author: Milk and Cardamom
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Makes 6-8 servings (2.5 quart casserole dish) of a hearty tamale pie filled with veggies and tons of flavor!


Ingredients

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VEGGIE CHILI

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 cups onion, 1/4 inch dice
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 jalapeno or serrano pepper, finely diced (or to taste)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp dark chili powder
  • 1 tsp poblano powder (or an additional tsp of dark chili powder)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 (14 oz) can fire roasted tomatoes, diced
  • 1 (14 oz) can black beans, drained
  • 1 (14 oz) can pinto beans, drained
  • 1 large carrot, 1/4 inch dice
  • 1 medium potato, peeled and 1/4 inch dice
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen

CORNBREAD

  • 1 cup (200 g) cornmeal
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 egg (or 1/4 cup additional sour cream)
  • 2/3 (130 g) cup sour cream, plus additional for garnish
  • 3 tsp honey
  • 1/4 cup scallions, sliced, plus additional for garnish
  • 3/4 cup (86 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 avocado, diced


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions with a pinch of salt and saute for 6-7 minutes or until they brown. Add garlic and tomato paste and saute for 3-4 minutes, stirring often. Add in all the spices and saute for an additional 30 seconds. Add in the can of fire-roasted tomatoes, drained beans, carrots, potatoes, and 1/2 cup of water. Mix until well combined and bring to a boil. Simmer on medium-low heat while uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the carrot and potatoes are knife-tender. Stir occasionally to make sure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan. Add in the corn and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. While the chili cooks, make the cornbread topping. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt and set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, sour cream, honey, scallions, and melted butter. Add the dry ingredients and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and mix until well combined.
  5. Once the chili is done, pour it into a casserole pan. Top with the cornbread mixture until the top is completely covered. I like to flatten the cornbread mixture in between my hands and then lay it on top of the chili. Sprinkle the top with the remaining cheddar cheese. Bake the casserole for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle the top with with scallions. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, additional scallions and diced avocado.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 60
  • Cuisine: Tex Mex
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