Mexican Pizza
This Mexican pizza is a flavorful and fun dish that combines crispy fried tortillas, seasoned taco meat, refried beans, and gooey melted cheese. Topped with enchilada sauce and fresh toppings like tomatoes, olives, and green onions, it’s perfect as a hearty appetizer or an easy main dish the whole family will love.
Servings: 8 pizzas
Calories: 502kcal
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 vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry tortillas (1-2 at a time) for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer tortillas to paper towels to drain excess oil and season lightly with salt.
Cook the Ground Beef
- In a pan, heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it up, until fully cooked.
- Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water, then simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
Assemble the Mexican Pizzas
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place 8 crispy tortillas on a baking sheet.
- Spread each tortilla with a layer of enchilada sauce, followed by refried beans, then taco meat.
- Place another crispy tortilla on top, spread with more enchilada sauce, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Bake the Pizzas
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted.
Add Toppings and Serve
- Remove from 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: Lightly coat tortillas with oil and air fry at 375°F for 6-8 minutes until crispy.
Customization: Substitute ground beef with ground chicken, turkey, or plant-based meat for a vegetarian twist.
Serving Tip: Slice the pizzas into quarters for easy serving, especially if serving as an appetizer.