Mexican Pizza Recipe
This Mexican pizza is a flavorful and fun dish that combines crispy tortillas, seasoned taco meat, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, it's customizable with your favorite toppings like tomatoes, olives, and green onions.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the Tortillas:
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 16 corn tortillas 6-inch
- Salt to taste
- For the Mexican Pizzas:
- 2 cups refried beans warmed (16-ounce can)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ¼ cup water
- 2 cups enchilada sauce or taco sauce
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
- Optional Toppings: Diced tomato sliced black olives, green onions, hot sauce
Instructions
Make the Crispy Tortillas:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the tortillas (1-2 at a time) and fry each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Place the fried tortillas on paper towels to drain excess oil and season lightly with salt.
Cook the Ground Beef:
- Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and ¼ cup water. Let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Assemble the Mexican Pizzas:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place 8 crispy tortilla shells on a baking sheet.
- Spread each tortilla with a layer of enchilada sauce, followed by refried beans, and then taco meat.
- Top each with another crispy tortilla, then spread more enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Bake the Pizzas:
- Bake the assembled pizzas in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
Add Toppings and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, green onions, and hot sauce, or your favorite toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Air Fryer Option: Instead of frying, lightly coat the tortillas with oil and air fry them at 375°F for 6-8 minutes, or until crispy.
- Make It Your Own: You can swap the ground beef for ground chicken or turkey, or even use plant-based meat for a vegetarian option.
- Serving Idea: Cut the pizzas into quarters for easy serving, especially if you're making them as an appetizer.