Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 tbsp

vegetable oil

8 unit

corn tortillas

halved

1 unit

onion

chopped

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

0.75 pound

ground pork

0.25 tsp

kosher salt

15 ounce

crushed tomatoes

8.5 ounce

chopped green chiles

1 cup

frozen corn

0.5 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 cup

shredded mozzarella

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add halved corn tortillas to the skillet and cook until golden, flipping a few times (about 3 minutes).

Step 4
~2 min

Remove tortillas with tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 5
~2 min

Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened (about 3 minutes).

Step 6
~2 min

Add minced garlic and cayenne pepper; cook for 30 seconds.

Step 7
~2 min

Add ground pork and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook, breaking up the meat, until browned (about 4 minutes).

Step 8
~2 min

Stir in crushed tomatoes, chopped green chiles, and frozen corn.

Step 9
~2 min

Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened (about 3 minutes).

Step 10
~2 min

Season with salt.

Step 11
~2 min

Remove from the heat and stir in chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 12
~2 min

Arrange half of the golden tortillas in the bottom of a 9-to-10-inch pie plate.

Step 13
~2 min

Top with half of the meat mixture, then half of the shredded mozzarella.

Step 14
~2 min

Repeat layering with remaining tortillas, meat mixture, and mozzarella.

Key Technique: Layering
Step 15
~2 min

Cover loosely with foil and bake until the cheese melts (about 10 minutes).

Step 16
~2 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add black beans or pinto beans for extra fiber and flavor.

Top with sour cream or guacamole before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer a variety of toppings like salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

A fusion of American and Mexican cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Potluck
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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