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The Best Mexican Lasagna Recipe

The Best Mexican Lasagna Recipe

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If you're looking for a dish that’s both hearty and packed with flavor, Mexican Lasagna is a perfect choice. It’s a fun twist on traditional lasagna, using tortillas instead of pasta and layering it with delicious Mexican-inspired ingredients like seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and salsa. This recipe is super easy to make and is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. It’s also customizable, so you can add your favorite ingredients to make it your own!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Lasagna
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

  • 500g (1 lb) ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 8 flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
  • 1 cup refried beans or black beans
  • 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups salsa (mild or spicy, depending on preference)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil (for sautéing)

Instructions
 

  • Set your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey, cooking until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and about 1/4 cup of water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of salsa. Place 2 tortillas on top of the salsa. Add a layer of seasoned meat, followed by a layer of beans, corn, sautéed veggies, and a handful of cheese. Repeat these layers 2 more times, ending with tortillas on top.
  • Pour the remaining salsa over the top layer of tortillas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the lasagna cool slightly, then garnish with sour cream and cilantro before serving.
Keyword Mexican Lasagna