Mexican Pizza Recipe

Description

This Mexican Pizza features crispy flour tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, melty cheese, and a zesty tomato sauce, then topped with fresh ingredients like tomatoes, green onions, and sour cream. It’s an easy and fun twist on a classic taco night, perfect for a quick dinner or party snack!

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Ingredients

For the Pizza Base:

• 4 large flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for a crunchier version)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for crisping the tortillas)

For the Beef Filling:

• ½ lb (225g) ground beef
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp water (to mix spices)

For the Sauce:

• ½ cup tomato sauce
• 1 tbsp taco sauce or salsa
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp chili powder

For Toppings:

• ½ cup refried beans
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or pepper jack)
• 1 small tomato (diced)
• ¼ cup black olives (sliced)
• 2 tbsp green onions (chopped)
• ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
• ¼ cup guacamole (optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Crisp the Tortillas

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Brush tortillas lightly with vegetable oil and bake on a wire rack for 5-7 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown. (Alternatively, fry them in a pan for extra crispiness.)

Step 2: Cook the Beef

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
4. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in 2 tbsp water and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

5. In a small bowl, mix tomato sauce, taco sauce, cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Simmer on low for 2 minutes, then set aside.

Step 4: Assemble the Pizza

6. Spread a thin layer of refried beans on two tortillas.
7. Add a layer of seasoned beef, then place another tortilla on top.
8. Spread the tomato sauce over the top tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.

Step 5: Bake & Serve

9. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from oven and top with diced tomatoes, black olives, and green onions.
11. Drizzle with sour cream or guacamole if desired. Slice and serve hot!

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Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugar: 4g

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Tips & Variations

• Vegetarian Option: Swap beef for black beans, mushrooms, or soy crumbles.
• Extra Spicy: Add jalapeños or mix hot sauce into the beef.
• Crunchier Crust: Use corn tortillas instead of flour.
• Make It Cheesy: Add an extra layer of cheese between the tortillas.
• Dipping Sauce: Serve with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.

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Saving & Storage

• Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or air fry for 3 minutes to retain crispiness.
• Freezing: Freeze unbaked, assembled pizzas for up to 1 month. Bake from frozen at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes.