Tijuana Train Wreck Recipe

Name: Tijuana Train Wreck
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. ground beef; 2 tsp. chili powder; 2 tsp. oregano; 2 tsp. cumin; 2 tsp. salt; 4 tsp. sugar; 1 large onion; 2 cloves garlic; 2 c. tomato sauce; 2 small cans tomato paste; 6 small tomato paste cans water

Servings: persons

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Heat 2
2
tablespoons olive or regular oil. Add onion and garlic;
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saute.
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Add
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ground
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beef;
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brown.
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Drain grease off. Add other
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ingredients.
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Let simmer 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Can cook and serve
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in
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crock-pot.
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Serve
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with
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Doritos
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chips, diced tomato, shredded
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lettuce, grated cheese, olives, sour cream, chopped onions,
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avocado, etc.
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Place crushed chips on plate, then sauce, then toppings of choice.
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Nice for parties.

955

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. ground beef, 2 tsp. chili powder, 2 tsp. oregano, 2 tsp. cumin, and more.

Yes, Tijuana Train Wreck falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tijuana Train Wreck

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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