Description
A hybrid Mexican fusion casserole combining ground beef, rice, beans, and cheese in a dump-and-bake format. Perfect for busy families, this gooey, crispy-topped dish delivers burrito-like flavor without the hassle of wrapping.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (halal), 80/20 blend
3 cups day-old rice
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup enchilada sauce
1 tbsp taco seasoning
8 flour tortillas, cut into strips
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Optional: Fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Brown ground beef in a skillet; drain excess fat
Mix beef with taco seasoning and day-old rice
Layer tortilla strips in a 9×13-inch baking dish
Spread rice-beef mixture over tortillas
Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the top
Sprinkle black beans and half the cheddar
Top with mozzarella cheese
Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, then increase to 425°F for 10 more minutes until golden
Notes
Layer tortillas flat for structural integrity
Use cold rice to prevent sogginess
Chill enchilada sauce before use for better texture
Top with crushed tortilla chips before baking for extra crunch
Let rest 10 minutes before serving
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg