Hide the Veg Mexican Beef

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Hide-the-Veg Mexican Beef is a nourishing, flavour-packed one-pot meal designed for busy families, fussy eaters and anyone wanting a healthy, satisfying dinner without the fuss. Naturally gluten free, dairy free and sugar free, it’s a wholesome option that doesn’t compromise on taste.

Made with quality beef, warming Mexican spices, plenty of vegetables and fibre-rich beans, this dish supports balanced blood sugar levels, gut health and sustained energy, making it ideal for growing kids and active adults. Finely chopped or grated vegetables blend seamlessly into the sauce, boosting nutrient intake while keeping even the pickiest eaters happy—no separate veggie battles required.

The generous addition of beans increases dietary fibre, which helps promote healthy digestion, keeps you feeling fuller for longer and supports heart health. Combined with protein-rich beef, this meal delivers a powerful balance of protein, iron, zinc and B vitamins, essential for muscle repair, immunity and overall vitality.

This easy Mexican beef recipe is incredibly versatile and budget-friendly. Serve it with steamed rice, crunchy corn chips, fresh salsa or lettuce cups for a build-your-own style meal the whole family will love. It’s also perfect for meal prep, batch cooking or feeding a crowd, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights, casual entertaining or school holiday dinners.

Best of all, this recipe encourages reducing food waste, simply throw in whatever vegetables you have on hand. It’s comfort food with a healthy twist: hearty, filling and deeply nourishing, while still feeling like a fun, family-friendly favourite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love this recipe because it combines value, ease, nutrition, flavours and texture. What else do you need in life!

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy dinner. No stress required!

Beef Mince: You can choose other meats such as chicken or pork
Mexican Seasoning: Cbeck ingredients for gluten free. Another option is a mix of cumin and smoked paprika
Passata: The red magic
Veggies: Whatever you have on hand – carrots, zucchini, brocolli, spinach, beans, peas, eggplant
Red Kidney Beans: I add two cans to bulk up this dish and to make sure the kids are eating their beans!
To serve – Corn Chips, Sour Cream (or not for dairy free) grated cheese salsa and/or fresh tomatoes

Instructions

It is our secret of the simplicity!

In the largest frypan, add your beef with a dash of olive oil. Break up the meat with a fork and start the cooking process for 5 minutes. Stir and add the taco seasoning
Pour in the passatta, the beans and the chopped veg. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to boil then simmer on a medium heat. I like to also add a chopped fresh chilli to spice it up, however, this is totally up to you
Allow the mixture to simmer for 20 minutes and smell the beautiful aroma. You will see the dish magically come together and ready to be enjoyed
Serve in individual bowls with white rice, corn chips, salsa and sour cream or place the frypan in the middle of the table for the family to help themselves

Frequently Asked Questions

Could I freeze any leftovers?

Yes you can!

Can I add chilli sauce?

Great idea! You can be the judge of how much to add based on the chilli lovers

Can I add potatoes to the dish to bulk?

Yum! Go for it! A lovely combination.

Hide The Veg Mexican Beef

A delicious way to hide the vegetables and enjoy a gluten free mexican delight

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Serves

Ingredients

1 kilo Beef Mince
200g Mexican Seasoning
400ml Passata
2 cups Veggies: , Whatever you have on hand – carrots zucchini, brocolli, spinach, beans, peas, eggplant
2 400g Red Kidney Beans
To serve – Corn Chips, Sour Cream (or not for dairy free) grated cheese salsa and/or fresh tomatoes

Instructions

In the largest frypan, add your beef with a dash of olive oil. Break up the meat with a fork and start the cooking process for 5 minutes. Stir and add the taco seasoning
Pour in the passatta, the beans and the chopped veg. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to boil then simmer on a medium heat. I like to also add a chopped fresh chilli to spice it up, however, this is totally up to you
Allow the mixture to simmer for 20 minutes and smell the beautiful aroma. You will see the di sh magically come together and ready to be enjoyed
Serve in individual bowls with white rice, corn chips, salsa and sour cream or place the frypan in the middle of the table for the family to help themselves

Nutrition

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Course | DINNER

Cuisine | Mexican