Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 8 of 10 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Beef | 100g cooked | 250 |
| Chicken | 100g cooked | 165 |
| Tortilla Chip | 1 medium flour (45g) | 140 |
| Pinto Bean | 1/2 cup (86g) canned | 122 |
| Olive Oil | 1 tbsp (14g) | 119 |
| Cheese | 1 oz (28g) cheddar | 113 |
| Corn | 1/2 cup kernels (82g) | 77 |
| Tomato | 1 medium (123g) | 22 |
| Taco | not in our table | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- Vegetable oil
- 2 cans (29 ounces ) diced tomatoes
- 2 cans (30.5 ounces) corn kernels
- 2 cans (31 ounces) kidney, black, or pinto beans
- 1 package (1 ounce / 3 tbsp ) taco mix
- 2 cups water
- Shredded Mexican-style cheese (optional)
- Tortilla chips (optional)
Directions
Heat a heavy skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add a few tablespoons of vegetable oil, then the ground meat.
Break the meat up into a few large chunks, but otherwise leave it alone until it has cooked and developed some color.
Continue gradually breaking up the meat, letting it rest and brown undisturbed in between.
Remove the meat from the heat, and let the excess fat drain away.
In stock pot , combine the tomatoes, corn, beans, taco mix, water, and meat.
Bring to a boil , stirring continuously to prevent sticking. Let simmer for 15 minutes.
Ladle into bowls, and enjoy with cheese and chips if desired.