Best 5 Santa Fe Frito Pie Recipes
"Santa Fe" Frito Pie is a New Mexico classic. Originally a Native staple, it's ideal camping food and lends itself to easy preparation over a campfire. Santa Fe Frito Pie is known for it's many layers of creamy pinto beans, corn, green chiles, and beef, topped with melted cheese. Served up in a crispy Frito corn chip bag, this hearty dish has traveled beyond New Mexico, becoming a favorite dish in homes across the country. There are many variations to the basic recipe including various toppings and uses for ground meat other than beef. This article will explore three different recipes for this iconic and delicious dish, including one vegetarian version.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SANTA FE FRITO PIE
In Sante Fe, there is this wonderful little place near the plaza that serves Frito pies with a twist. This is my husband's and my version of it.
Provided by Robyn from the dese
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Scoop handful Fritos into bowl.
- Heat black beans and green chile separately.
- Top Fritoes with black beans, then green chile, and then Jack cheese.
- Top with tomatoes, onions, jalepenos.
- Serve!
FRITOS® PIE
Always had this growing up and loved it! Simple, fast, and cheap! Yields enough for leftovers for days!
Provided by arjones2009
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Beef Pie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Mix onion and green bell pepper into ground beef.
- Mix tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, ranch-style beans, stewed tomatoes, and chili powder into beef mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until flavors have blended, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Layer corn chips and hamburger mixture into serving bowls and top with Cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.8 calories, Carbohydrate 43.5 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1562.3 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
SOUTHWEST FRITO PIE
I got a real culture shock when we moved to New Mexico several years ago, but we grew to love the food. Now, back in South Carolina, we still crave New Mexican dishes, and this is one of my go-to favorites.-Janet Scoggins, North Augusta, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in chili powder, flour, salt and garlic powder until blended. Gradually stir in water and, if desired, beans., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 12-15 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., To serve, divide chips among 6 serving bowls. Top with beef mixture, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and onion. If desired, top with sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 615 calories, Fat 38g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 143mg cholesterol, Sodium 915mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 43g protein.
WOOLWORTHS FRITO PIE
We love this recipe at my house...but I've never had the original "Woolworths" Frito Pie, so I can't compare the two. It's really good though. :-)
Provided by Photo Momma
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook bacon in large skillet until fat is rendered.
- Add onion and garlic and cook until onion is softened.
- Add ground chuck and cook over medium high heat, stirring and breaking up lumps until browned, 3-4 minutes.
- Pour off excess fat and add salt, chili powder, cumin and tomato paste.
- Slowly add water and simmer 10 minutes, adding more water if necessary.
- Add beans until heated through.
- Divide corn chips among individual wide shallow bowls, top with chili. Sprinkle with cheese on top. Garnish with onion and jalepeno if desired.
SANDY'S FRITO PIE
This recipe is so easy and delicious, I never have leftovers. Double the recipe for family gatherings. Fresh salsa is a must! Mild works great!
Provided by SBrazingto
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
- Stir chili beans, corn, salsa, olives, and taco seasoning into beef mixture and simmer until heated through and flavors blend, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Spread about 2/3 the crushed corn chips into a baking dish and top with the beef mixture. Sprinkle remaining chips over beef.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle with Mexican cheese blend and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 576.7 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Cholesterol 68 mg, Fat 33.4 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1655.1 mg, Sugar 6.7 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet to cook the beef and vegetables so that they have plenty of room to brown.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet, or the food will not cook evenly. Cook the beef and vegetables in batches if necessary.
- Season the beef and vegetables generously with chili powder, cumin, and salt and pepper. This will give the frito pie a delicious flavor.
- Use a variety of beans in the frito pie. This will add color, texture, and flavor to the dish.
- Use a mild cheddar cheese for the frito pie. This will prevent the cheese from overpowering the other flavors in the dish.
- Serve the frito pie immediately after it is made. This will prevent the chips from getting soggy.
Conclusion:
Santa Fe Frito Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a casual meal. It is a great way to use up leftover beef and vegetables, and it can be customized to your liking. With its combination of hearty beef, flavorful beans, and melted cheese, Santa Fe Frito Pie is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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