Lip Smacking Mexican Special
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the "Lip Smacking Mexican Special," a crowd-pleasing, homemade recipe that brings bold Tex-Mex flair to your dining table. This easy-to-make dish combines tender, seasoned ground beef with a medley of sautéed bell peppers, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty taco spices. Finished off with gooey melted cheddar cheese and fragrant cilantro, this filling is perfect for wrapping in warm tortillas for a customizable meal. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, it’s an ideal option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lime for a tangy twist, and let the fiesta of flavors transport your taste buds to Mexico! Keywords: Mexican recipe, Tex-Mex dinner, ground beef tortillas, easy weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 400 grams Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 400 grams Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 6 medium-sized Tortillas
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 whole Lime, wedged for serving
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked (around 6-8 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
Mix in diced red and green bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Stir in tomato paste, canned diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add black beans and corn kernels to the skillet, mixing well to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Season with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, cover the skillet, and allow the cheese to melt (about 2 minutes).
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Serve the flavorful Mexican mixture with warm tortillas, lime wedges on the side, and let everyone assemble their own wraps!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.0 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.5 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 8045 mg | 350% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.7 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.7 g | 213% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.3 g | ||
| Protein | 170.1 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1449 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 31.1 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 5118 mg | 109% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
