Ingredients:

  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
  • 12 oz Impossible Ground (or similar plant-based mince)
  • 3 Tbsp Quality Taco Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Water or Vegetable Stock
  • Salt and Black Pepper, To taste
  • 3 Large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup Whole Milk (full-fat preferred)
  • 3/4 cup Self-Rising Flour (or Bisquick)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (divided)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican Blend Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Sliced Black Olives (Optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease the 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  3. Add the Impossible Ground to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and heated through.
  4. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the water or stock, bring to a simmer, and cook until the liquid has almost fully evaporated. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Spread the prepared taco filling evenly across the bottom of the greased pie dish.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together until well combined.
  7. Gently whisk in the self-rising flour until just combined—be careful not to over-mix. Stir in the first 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar.
  8. Pour the liquid custard mixture slowly and evenly over the taco filling in the pie dish.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese (Cheddar and Monterey Jack blend) and the optional black olives over the top.
  10. Place the pie dish into the preheated oven. Bake for 35–40 minutes.
  11. Check Doneness: The pie is done when the edges are set, the centre is firm, and the top is golden brown. A thin knife inserted near the centre should come out mostly clean.
  12. Crucially, remove the pie from the oven and let it rest on a cooling rack for at least 10 minutes before slicing. This allows the internal structure to set properly.
  13. Slice into wedges and serve immediately with your favourite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.