Vegetarian Tamale Pie Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Tamale Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 poblano pepper, chopped (about 3/4 cup); 1 medium sweet onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon cooking oil; 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and slightly mashed); 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and slightly mashed); 1 (6 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice; 1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, chopped & seeded (canned); 1/4 cup snipped cilantro; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/2 cup whole wheat flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chili peppers; 2 tablespoons cooking oil; 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)

Servings: persons

1 poblano pepper, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and slightly mashed)
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and slightly mashed)
1 (6 ounce) can V8 vegetable juice
1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo, chopped & seeded (canned)
1/4 cup snipped cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chili peppers
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)

1
Grease a 10-inch quiche dish or a 2 quart baking dish; set aside.
2
In a medium skillet cook green pepper, onion, and garlic in 1 tablespoon hot oil till tender but not brown.
3
Stir in the kidney bean, pinto beans, vegetable juice cocktail, chipotle, spices and cilantro.
4
Heat through.
5
Spoon the bean mixture into prepared baking dish.
6
In a medium bowl stir together the cornmeal,.
7
flour, baking soda and salt.
8
Combine eggs, buttermilk, green chilis, and 2 tablespoons oil.
9
Add to cornmeal mixture evenly over the top of the bean mixture.
10
Bake uncovered in a 375 degree oven for 25-30 minutes or till golden brown.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 poblano pepper, chopped (about 3/4 cup), 1 medium sweet onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon cooking oil, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Tamale Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetarian Tamale Pie

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Variations & substitutions

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