El Gando
El Gando is a hearty casserole combining seasoned ground beef, flavorful rice, and a cheesy tomato sauce, topped with fresh vegetables and crunchy Fritos. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it offers a satisfying blend of savory, cheesy, and fresh flavors all in one dish.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef; season with salt, pepper, and garlic salt or powder.
- Add canned stewed tomatoes and chili mix to the meat; cook until heated through.
- Cook yellow rice according to package directions.
- Mix the cooked meat mixture with the prepared rice.
- Transfer the mixture into a large Pyrex dish.
- Heat the cheese soup and milk until smooth, then pour over the meat and rice mixture.
- Combine chopped onions, sliced or chopped olives, shredded lettuce, and chopped fresh tomatoes; mix well.
- Spread the vegetable mixture over the casserole.
- Sprinkle grated cheese on top.
- Finish by crushing Fritos over the cheese before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
537
kcal
27% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).