Description
This Mexican Pizza Ground Beef recipe features crispy tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and a colorful topping of cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and olives. It’s a quick, flavorful twist on classic pizza with a Mexican flair, perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base and Meat:
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can refried beans
- Oil for brushing tortillas
For the Toppings:
- 3/4 cup enchilada sauce or taco sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- Prepare Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Brown Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it is fully browned and crumbly. Drain off any excess fat to reduce greasiness.
- Season Beef: Add the taco seasoning packet and 1/2 cup water to the cooked beef. Stir well and let it simmer until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Crisp Tortillas: Lightly brush both sides of each tortilla with oil. Then bake or pan-fry them until they turn golden brown and become crisp on both sides, creating a sturdy base.
- Layer Beans and Meat: Take one crisp tortilla and spread a layer of refried beans evenly on top. Next, add the seasoned taco beef over the beans.
- Assemble and Top: Place another crisp tortilla on top of the stacked beans and beef to create the ‘pizza’ base. Spread a few tablespoons of enchilada or taco sauce evenly on this top tortilla.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese over the sauce, then add diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and black olives evenly across the surface for a burst of color and flavor.
- Bake Assembled Pizzas: Place the assembled pizzas in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the Mexican pizzas from the oven, slice into portions, and serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute corn tortillas for a gluten-free option, but they may be more fragile when crisping.
- Feel free to add other toppings like jalapeños or avocado slices for extra flavor.
- To make it vegetarian, omit the ground beef and add extra beans or sautéed vegetables instead.
- Use low-fat cheese to reduce calories without sacrificing taste.
- Leftover pizzas can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for a crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Mexican pizza, ground beef pizza, taco pizza, easy Mexican dinner, tortilla pizza, baked Mexican pizza
