Mexican Pizza Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
8 pizzas
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Calories
502 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Mexican Pizza Recipe
Description
The Mexican Pizza Recipe uses corn tortillas fried to a crisp golden brown as the base to hold layered ingredients. Warm refried beans spread on the tortillas add creaminess, while seasoned taco meat provides a savory depth with taco seasoning enhancing the flavor. Enchilada sauce adds a tangy and slightly spicy element. Layers of tortillas and toppings are baked until the cheddar cheese melts, binding the layers and creating a gooey top. This assembly method preserves the crispness of the tortillas while integrating the fillings into a unified sliceable pizza alternative.
The texture contrast between the crispy fried tortillas and the creamy beans and melted cheese makes it satisfying to bite into. The taco beef adds a traditional Mexican flavor profile, balanced by the cheese and enchilada sauce. Final fresh toppings such as diced tomato, olives, and green onion add freshness and mild acidity.
This dish can be served as a fun main course or shared as a party appetizer. Adjust the richness by controlling frying oil amounts or using air frying for the tortillas. Leftover pizzas reheat well in the oven to restore crispiness. The recipe allows for personalization with preferred toppings or sauce choices.
The notes suggest using less oil to lighten the frying or opting for air frying as a healthier alternative. Properly draining the fried tortillas prevents greasiness. These tips can help achieve a balance between crispness and lighter preparation.
Ingredients
FOR THE TORTILLAS
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (Use 1-2 tablespoons for a lighter fry)
- 16 corn tortillas (6-inch)
FOR THE MEXICAN PIZZAS
- 2 cups refried beans warmed (16 ounce can)
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (or use taco sauce)
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese shredded
- tomato diced tomato, sliced black olives, toppings
- black olives
- green onion
- hot sauce
- salt to taste
Instructions
- To make the crispy tortillas, heat the vegetable oil in a pan to medium heat. Add the tortillas, 1-2 at a time, and lightly fry each side 2-3 minutes, or until the corn tortillas turn golden brown and begin to crisp up.
- Set onto paper towels to drain excess oil. Season lightly with salt.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
- Next, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan to medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, 6-7 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Stir in the taco seasoning along with 1/4 cup water. Simmer 10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Assemble your Mexican pizzas by setting 8 tortilla shells on a baking sheet.
- Top each with enchilada sauce, refried beans, and taco meat.
- Layer them with the remaining crispy tortillas, then add more enchilada sauce and shredded cheese
- Bake the pizzas for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Top with your favorite toppings and serve.
Notes
- To reduce oil usage, lightly coat tortillas and air fry 6-8 minutes until crisp instead of pan frying.
- If pan frying, use 1-2 tablespoons of oil and cook tortillas 1-2 minutes per side for a lighter result.
- Drain fried tortillas on paper towels to remove excess oil and prevent sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8pizzas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 502 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 502kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 69mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 1137mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 272mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 764IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 273mg | 27% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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