Mexican taco lasagna is a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, incorporating classic taco flavors into layers of pasta, meat, cheese, and sauce. Here’s a simple recipe to make Mexican taco lasagna at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (1.25 ounces) taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies, drained
- 12-14 lasagna noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, and diced green chilies. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Arrange a layer of cooked lasagna noodles over the salsa.
- Spread half of the meat mixture over the noodles, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the meat.
- Repeat the layers: noodles, remaining meat mixture, and remaining shredded cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.
- Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with dollops of sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
This Mexican taco lasagna is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve it with additional salsa, guacamole, or your favorite taco toppings for an extra flavor boost. Enjoy!