Imagine the bold flavors of Mexico in a single dish: spiced ground meat, sweet corn, zesty tomatoes with chilies, and hearty rice. Each bite is a fiesta of textures and tastes, topped with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of brightness. It’s comfort food with a kick.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Serves: 4
Directions:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it apart, until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin. Mix well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cooked rice and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- 400 calories
- 25g protein
- 12g fat
- 45g carbs
