In addition, when serving this pie at a gathering, people seem enjoy the cultural exchange that happens when two different cuisines come together – a Latindian Style Dorito Pie allows everyone to challenge their palates, and to experience the best of of both cuisines in a single dish.  I might try a Tandoori one next!

Anand Bhatt’s Latindian Style Dorito Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup water
1 cup frozen corn kernels
2 cups crushed Doritos
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 avocado, diced (optional)
Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions:

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the pan and cook until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, paprika, coriander, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another minute.
Add the diced tomatoes and water to the pan and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the frozen corn kernels.
Spread half of the crushed Doritos on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Pour the meat mixture over the crushed Doritos.
Sprinkle the remaining crushed Doritos over the meat mixture.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and garnish with diced avocado and fresh cilantro, if desired. Enjoy your Latin & Indian Fusion Dorito Pie!