Ingredients
– 567 g ground pork sausage or Mexican‑style chorizo provides smoky, spicy backbone
– 1 small white onion, diced adds sweet aromatics
– 1 poblano pepper or green bell pepper, diced contributes mild heat and color
– 2 tsp garlic, minced boosts savory depth
– ≈ 480 ml (2 cups) red or green salsa infuses Mexican flavor and moisture
– 1 can (≈ 425 g) black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained adds protein and fiber
– ⅔ cup (≈ 110 g) whole‑kernel corn (frozen or canned, drained) gives a pop of sweetness
– 1 tsp ground cumin enhances earthiness
– 1 tsp fine sea salt balances taste
– 12 large eggs the binding, protein‑rich base
– 80 ml (⅓ cup) milk (any variety) lightens the egg custard
– 8 corn tortillas, halved (or equivalent size flour tortillas) forms the sturdy layers
– 3 cups (≈ 340 g) shredded Mexican‑blend cheese (or cheddar/Monterey jack) creates a creamy, melty top
– diced avocado add fresh finish
– diced red onion add fresh finish
– chopped cilantro add fresh finish
– diced green onion add fresh finish
– sliced jalapeños add fresh finish
– crumbled cotija cheese add fresh finish
Notes
🌶️ Adjust the heat level by adding jalapeños, serrano chilies, hotter salsa, or a dash of hot sauce for extra kick
🧀 For a lighter version, use part‑skim cheese and a lean turkey or chicken sausage instead of pork
🕒 Make‑ahead tip: assemble the casserole up to step 6, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 3 months before baking
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 330mg
