Mexican Goulash

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1

Satisfy Your Cravings with Mexican Goulash

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

642

Sugar

Fat

27g

Mexican Goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish that's inspired by traditional goulash but with a Mexican twist. It usually consists of ground beef, macaroni, tomatoes, and seasonings, but this recipe adds some pinto beans, corn, and salsa to make it more flavorful. This dish is a favorite of many because it's very filling, easy to make, and budget-friendly. It's perfect for those who are short on time but still want to enjoy a tasty and nutritious meal.

Instructions

1.	Start by cooking the elbow macaroni following the instructions on the package. Once done, drain and set it aside.
2.	In a skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until brown. Drain the excess fat.
3.	Add the cooked macaroni, pinto beans, corn, and salsa into the skillet. Mix everything well for a couple of minutes until it's heated through.
4.	Serve hot with some sour cream, chives, and avocado on top.

PROS

Mexican Goulash is a delicious and satisfying one-pot meal that’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
It’s packed with flavor and nutrients from the ground beef, beans, corn, and salsa.

This recipe is also very versatile as you can adjust the spiciness and ingredients to your liking.

CONS

One potential downside of this recipe is that it’s high in calories and carbs due to the use of macaroni and beans.
It may not be suitable for those who are on a low-carb or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexican Goulash is packed with several health benefits as it contains a good amount of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.
The ground beef provides high-quality protein while the pinto beans and corn are a great source of fiber. The salsa also adds some antioxidants and vitamin C into the mix. Overall, this recipe is a great way to get in some nutritious ingredients while satisfying your cravings.

	1 pound ground beef
	1/2 onion , chopped
	1 package elbow macaroni
	1 1/2 cups salsa
	1 can pinto beans , drained and rinsed
	1 can whole kernel corn , drained