Bangin' Hot Fritos Fiesta Salad Recipe

Name: Bangin' Hot Fritos Fiesta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cup water; 1 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice; 1 tsp butter; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 -10 1/4 oz bag of Hot Fritos; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 1 lb ground beef; 1 can pinto beans, drained; 1/2 envelope taco seasoning; 1 shredded cheddar cheese; 1 diced onions; 1 shredded lettuce; 1 diced tomatoes; 1 Pace Picante Sauce; 1 sour cream

Servings: persons

3 cup water
1 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 tsp butter
1/4 tsp salt
1 -10 1/4 oz bag of Hot Fritos
1 tsp olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 lb ground beef
1 can pinto beans, drained
1/2 envelope taco seasoning
1 shredded cheddar cheese
1 diced onions
1 shredded lettuce
1 diced tomatoes
1 Pace Picante Sauce
1 sour cream

1
Add water, rice, salt & butter in 2qt saucepan.
2
Stir gently as ingredients come to a boil.
3
Upon boiling, decrease heat to low.
4
Simmer, covered, for 20-22 minutes.
5
Remove from heat and allow rice to sit, covered, for additional 5-8 minutes.
6
Uncover & fluff prior to serving.
7
(Never uncover rice until completely cooked & set)
8
Add teaspoon of olive oil to hot skillet and sautee onions on medium heat until slightly browned, about 3 min.
9
Add ground beef and cook until done/browned.
10
Drain, if needed.
11
Add can of pinto beans, drained, and taco seasoning.
12
On large plate, compose your fiesta salad in the following order: cooked rice, a handful or two of Hot Freetos, ground beef mixture, shredded cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato, Pace Picante Sauce, and sour cream.
13
Top with extra shredded cheese, if desired.
14
Enjoy, but try not to let your eyes roll back into your head while consuming.

896

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cup water, 1 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice, 1 tsp butter, 1/4 tsp salt, and more.

Yes, Bangin' Hot Fritos Fiesta Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bangin' Hot Fritos Fiesta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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