A spicy twist on a classic recipe! This Mexican Meatloaf is packed with beef, cheese, seasonings, chilies and salsa. The results are a mouthwatering meal!
I had a lifelong aversion to meatloaf up until the past couple years. My mom used to make it when I was younger and I hated it. Actually, I hated most foods being the picky kid I was, but meatloaf I loathed. Even the name sounded gross to me.
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A few years back, John asked why I never made meatloaf for supper. He had grown up on his mom’s meatloaf too, but had the opposite experience. He loved meatloaf and wanted it to be a part of our regular meal plan.
The first meatloaf I made I used regular store brand ketchup. I was not a fan. John was in heaven though.
Mexican Meatloaf
The second time around I changed up some ingredients and omitted the ketchup. Instead I used salsa and made it a Mexican style meatloaf! Crushed tortilla chips, taco seasoning and salsa gave it the spicy Mexican flavour that I love in other foods. It turned out fabulous! I ended up eating more than John, which isn’t easy to do.
I also added shredded cheddar cheese in the loaf itself to add some extra flavour. The topping is simple: salsa and green onions. I wanted to avoid the sugar laden sauce that normally goes on meatloaf.
This meatloaf is moist, a wee bit spicy and is easy to make. The only thing is that ground beef prices are so high these days so I can’t make it as often as I’d like. Ground chicken can be used as a replacement though.
I like to remove my meatloaf from the loaf pan for serving. I find it’s way easier to cut into slices on a serving platter vs. trying to maneuver a knife in a loaf pan.
How to Make Mexican Meatloaf
Start by spraying a loaf pan with cooking spray and preheating the oven to 350F.
Add ground beef (uncooked), tortillas, some of the salsa, eggs, taco seasoning and green chilies to a large bowl. Get in there with your clean hands to combine. I find using your hands to be the easiest way to mix.
Add the mixture to the loaf pan. Put it on a baking sheet and into the oven for 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes. I recommend using a meat thermometer to check for doneness.
Remove the loaf pan from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before flipping over onto a serving platter. Spread salsa and green onions on top. Slice it up and serve hot.
This meatloaf is moist, a wee bit spicy and is easy to make. The only thing is that ground beef prices are so high these days so I can’t make it as often as I’d like. Ground chicken can be used as a replacement though.
I like to remove my meatloaf from the loaf pan for serving. I find it’s way easier to cut into slices on a serving platter vs. trying to maneuver a knife in a loaf pan.
So here it is everyone: the meatloaf recipe that made me like meatloaf again. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I do!
You might also like this Caribbean Meatloaf or Sunday Meatloaf.
Try this Dill Pickle Roast Beef.
What do you put in your meatloaf?
Mexican Meatloaf
A classic recipe with a spicy twist! Beef, cheese, seasonings, chilies and salsa results in a mouthwatering meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lb extra lean ground beef
- 1 1/2 cup crushed tortillas
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2/3 cup salsa + 1/2 cup salsa
- 2 eggs
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can green chilies (127ml)
- 3 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, add ground beef, tortillas, cheese, 2/3 cup salsa, eggs, taco seasoning and green chilies. With your clean hands, combine the mixture until everything is mixed together well.
- Add meat to a loaf pan. Place on a baking sheet and put in the oven for 1 to 1 hour 10 minutes, or until meat is cooked. Use a meat thermometer to check.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before flipping over onto a serving platter. Spread 1/2 cup salsa and green onions on top. Serve hot.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1 sliceAmount Per Serving: Calories: 590Total Fat: 25.2gSaturated Fat: 7.9gTrans Fat: 0.4gUnsaturated Fat: 15.2gCholesterol: 171mgSodium: 1019.4mgCarbohydrates: 44.8gFiber: 4gSugar: 2.8gProtein: 44.4g
Valerie says
This meatloaf looks amazing! I love the Mexican influence – a fantastic idea. I can’t wait to try this with my family.
Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
I have a more classic meatloaf recipe that has a couple hidden vegetables that my family loves. http://doubletherecipe.com/2016/06/01/meatloaf/
georgia bower says
Do you cover this meatloaf when baking? I don’t see that any liquid is used around it.
Stacie says
I didn’t cover mine.
Judith Davis says
I love the way you write recipes; most sites I have to translate their writen recipe.I
Jill says
Do you use tortilla corn chips and shells?
Stacie says
I used the tortilla chips!
Mary. Small says
I. Made. This. Meat. Loaf. It. Was. Very. Good. My. Husband. And. Son. Enjoyed. It. It. Was. Good. And. Easy. To. Mary
Sue Lipcaman says
I made a double for a dinner at church last Saturday night. I got a taste of what was left in the bottom of the. I didn’t actually get a whole serving. It was gone by the time I got there. A man sitting at the table with me asked what I made and I told him the Mexican meatloaf. His reply was, “it was gooooooood!” What I got to taste was wonderful and will definitely make again. I have some other friends who want to taste it. So easy. I didn’t use the green onions on top. I have thought about possibly sprinkling the Durkee jalapeno cheddar flavored fried onion rings on top. May try that next time.
Denise says
I have this baking in the oven for dinner right now. This is at least the third time I have made this recipe – it is delicious! I was inspired to make it tonight because I had a bunch of broken Tostitos left in the bottom of a bag and this is the perfect way to use them up. I halve the recipe because I make it just for two of us now. Walmart sells a little canister of El Paso Taco Seasoning – the same thing that is in their envelopes for about $1.99 and it is equivalent to several of the envelopes – so much cheaper and easier to use when you only want half an envelope. I measured one of the envelopes and there are 4T in one envelope. This is a very easy recipe and very good.
Stacie says
Glad you are enjoying it!
Regina says
I made this meatloaf and it turned out pretty good. I realize now that I probably crushed the tortilla chips a bit too much, based on your photos and video 🙂
I also think next time, I will add 1/2 cup corn and 1/4 cup chopped onion for more chunky, crunchy texture.
I served it with a side of spanish rice and some freshly made pico…
Thanks for sharing your recipe!