Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with these crispy, golden-brown Tex Mex Pierogies—a mouthwatering fusion of Eastern European comfort food and bold Southwestern flavors. These homemade pierogies start with a tender, buttery dough that’s stuffed with a savory filling of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Finished with a quick pan-fry for a satisfyingly crisp exterior, they’re topped with fresh salsa, cooling sour cream, and a zesty sprinkle of cilantro for the ultimate finishing touch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this Tex Mex twist on a classic is sure to impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and just 45 minutes of prep time, you'll have a crowd-pleasing dish bursting with flavor on the table in no time!
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the egg, sour cream, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter, mixing until the dough comes together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir in the taco seasoning and black beans. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Using a 3-inch round cutter, cut circles out of the dough.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the beef and black bean mixture into the center of each dough circle. Top with a small amount of shredded cheddar cheese and a few chopped green onions. Fold the dough in half over the filling and press the edges together firmly to seal.
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pierogies in batches for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove them with a slotted spoon and let them drain on a clean kitchen towel.
In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the boiled pierogies in batches and pan-fry until golden and crispy on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serve the Tex Mex pierogies warm, topped with salsa, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Enjoy!
Calories |
3389 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.9 g | 450% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 673 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 6000 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.8 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.5 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 123.6 g | 247% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1214 mg | 93% | |
| Iron | 25.2 mg | 140% | |
| Potassium | 1631 mg | 35% | |
*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.