Mexican Lasagna with Beef
🧾 Ingredients
500 g (1 lb) ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
1 can (400 g / 15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (400 g / 15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (or cheddar + mozzarella)
1 cup sour cream
8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional, extra flavor)
Salt and pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
Cook the beef
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and cook until soft, then add garlic.
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Season & build filling
Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and cumin.
Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Prepare creamy layer
In a small bowl, mix sour cream with a pinch of salt.
Layer the lasagna
In a greased baking dish:
Spread a thin layer of meat mixture
Add tortillas (cut to fit)
Spread meat mixture
Add sour cream
Sprinkle cheese
Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.
Bake
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and melted.
Rest & serve
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
💡 Tips
Add sliced jalapeños for heat 🌶️
Swap sour cream with cream cheese for extra richness
Use corn tortillas for a more authentic flavor
Top with avocado or guacamole when serving
Mexican Lasagna with Beef
