Description
This Easy Mexican Pizza is a flavorful and satisfying dish that layers crispy corn tortillas with refried beans, seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and melted cheddar cheese. Topped with fresh tomatoes, olives, and green onions, it makes a perfect family-friendly meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 2/3 cup water (158g)
- 1 Tablespoon oil
Base and Sauces
- 20 corn tortillas
- 2 cups refried beans (260g or 16 oz can)
- 1 1/4 cups red enchilada sauce (240g or 10 oz can)
Cheese and Toppings
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (226g)
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced olives (71g)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Sour cream (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon. Once cooked through, drain any excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, combining thoroughly. Simmer until the mixture thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Crisp the Tortillas: Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the corn tortillas one at a time for about 30-45 seconds per side, or until they are golden and slightly crisp. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Assemble the Mexican Pizzas: On a baking sheet, lay one crispy tortilla. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce over it, then a layer of refried beans followed by a spoonful of the taco meat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top. Place a second tortilla over this layer, then spread with more enchilada sauce and another sprinkle of cheese.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Bake the assembled pizzas for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizzas from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream if desired. Cut into wedges and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with cooked lentils or plant-based meat alternatives.
- You can use flour tortillas if preferred, but corn tortillas give a more authentic flavor and texture.
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce as a topping.
- Leftover Mexican pizza can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
