Where did tamale pie come from?

Tamale pie is a beloved American creation that made a splash in the 1900s in the Southwest of the U.S. It quickly swamped home economics curricula to assure its longevity as one of American's favorite recipes.

What is a substitute for canned green chilis?

Roasted fresh chilies or green bell pepper are appropriate substitutes for canned green chilies. Roast chilies in the oven, on parchment paper, or on a grill or open flame. Peel and dice the chilies.

How do you reheat tamale pie?

To reheat previously baked tamale pie, place the pie in a baking dish and bake at 325u003csupu003e0u003c/supu003e (160u003csupu003e0u003c/supu003e C.) for about 20 minutes or until it is heated through. Cover it with foil for the first 15 minutes if you are concerned that the crust will become too brown. You can also reheat it in the microwave.

vegan tamale pie recipe with cornbread topping

Name: vegan tamale pie recipe with cornbread topping
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 cloves of garlic, minced or pressed; 1 tsp. ground cumin; ½ tsp. ground coriander; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 cup uncooked, green lentils, rinsed; 2 ½ cups of vegetable broth or water; 2 cups of tomato sauce; 1 tsp. maple syrup, date paste, or another liquid sweetener; 1- 7 oz. (198 gm.) can of chopped green chilies; 1-15 oz. (o gm.) can of black beans, rinsed and drained (1 ½ cups); 1 – 15 oz. (400 gm.) can of red kidney beans, rinsed and drained (1 ½ cups); 1 cup of canned or frozen corn; 2 Tbsp. ground flax seeds; 6 Tbsp. water; 1 cup cornmeal; 1 cup whole wheat flour, masa harina (gluten-free), or another flour of your choice; 2 tsp. baking powder; ½ tsp. salt; 3 Tbsp. unsweetened applesauce; 1 ¼ cups of plant milk; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced into rings (optional)

vegan tamale pie recipe with cornbread topping

Vegan tamale pie recipe with cornbread bread topping and vegan sour cream on a black plate.

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Vegan tamale pie recipe with cornbread crust with lentils, beans, corn, and an enchilada-inspired sauce is an easy plant-based and oil-free meal.

Author: Denise
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 70 min
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: 8 servings 1x
Category: Casseroles
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 cloves of garlic, minced or pressed
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 cup uncooked, green lentils, rinsed
2 1/2 cups of vegetable broth or water
2 cups of tomato sauce
1 tsp. maple syrup, date paste, or another liquid sweetener
1- 7 oz. (198 gm.) can of chopped green chilies
1-15 oz. (o gm.) can of black beans, rinsed and drained (1 1/2 cups)
1 - 15 oz. (400 gm.) can of red kidney beans, rinsed and drained (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup of canned or frozen corn
2 Tbsp. ground flax seeds
6 Tbsp. water
1 cup cornmeal
1 cup whole wheat flour, masa harina (gluten-free), or another flour of your choice
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. unsweetened applesauce
1 1/4 cups of plant milk
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced into rings (optional)

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Instructions

If you are baking the pie right away, make the flax eggs by combining 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds and 6 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Set aside.
To make the filling, heat a large skillet or oven-proof pot to medium heat. Add the onions and green bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes to soften the vegetables.
Mix in the garlic, 1 tsp. cumin, ½ tsp. coriander, and 1 Tbsp. chili powder. And cook for another 30 seconds. Be sure to stir the garlic so that it doesn't burn.
Add the green chili, lentils, and vegetable broth. Be sure to stir the bottom of the pan to release anything sticking to the bottom. Bring the ingredients to a low simmer, then cover the pot and cook the lentils for 20 – 25 minutes until they are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Turn off the heat at this point and then mix in the tomato sauce, maple syrup, kidney beans, corn, and black beans. Taste the filling and add salt, pepper, or additional spices as desired.
Transfer the filling to an oven-proof casserole dish if necessary.
Before making the crust, pre-heat the oven to 425⁰ F. (220⁰ C.).
In a medium bowl, mix the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the flax eggs, plant milk, and applesauce. Mix everything until you get a smooth batter (a few lumps won’t matter).
Mix in half the jalapenos if using.
Pour the batter over the filling and spread it evenly over the top. Add the remaining jalapenos if using.
Place the baking dish in the oven, uncovered, and bake for 30-40 minutes until the crust is brown and firm in the middle.
You can test for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center. If no batter sticks to the toothpick when you remove it, the crust should be done.
When you remove the pie from the oven, allow it to sit for 5-10 minutes before cutting into it.

Notes

You can make the filling a day before baking the pie. Wait to add the cornmeal batter until you are ready to bake it.
Be sure to start baking with a pre-heated oven to ensure the crust bakes evenly.
Green or brown lentils are best for this dish. Red lentils will not hold their shape as well. If you choose not to use lentils, add an additional can of beans or more corn.
It's critical to allow the flax eggs time to thicken (at least 15 minutes). You can make them before starting the filling and set them aside until you are ready to use them.
If you do not have canned green chilies, you can roast a few mild green chilies in the oven and dice them. If you omit the green chilies, use additional chili powder or another half of a diced green or red bell pepper.
You may notice that the crust will crack as it bakes. This is a perfectly natural occurrence as the batter expands. It won’t interrupt all the flavor of the final dish. A pie with flavor and character - what a delicious idea.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 358
Sugar: 7.8 g
Sodium: 745.9 mg
Fat: 3.9 g
Carbohydrates: 68.7 g
Protein: 17.4 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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