Mexican Pizzas
Delightful fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and pizza, featuring crispy tortillas, refried beans, seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and an array of fresh toppings.
Ingredients
For the Pizza Base
- 2 large flour tortillas Can substitute with corn tortillas for different flavor.
- 1 cup refried beans
For the Toppings
- 1 cup cooked ground beef Seasoned with taco seasoning.
- 1/2 cup diced onion Finely chopped.
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute other cheese types.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Combine with cheddar for best flavor.
- 1/2 cup salsa Use spicy salsa for added kick.
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Adjust to taste.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling on tortillas.
- 1/2 cup sour cream For topping.
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Fresh cilantro for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly drizzle the flour tortillas with olive oil.
- Place tortillas in the oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until crispy and fragrant.
Cooking
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the cooked ground beef, breaking it into small pieces.
- Drain excess fat and add taco seasoning along with a bit of water, stirring well to combine.
- Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Prepare toppings by chopping onions and slicing black olives.
- Remove tortillas from the oven and spread refried beans on each tortilla.
- Top with seasoned ground beef and sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Return to oven for another 5 to 7 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden.
Serving
- Slice the finished pizzas into wedges and serve with extra salsa or guacamole.
- Optionally, serve with a fresh salad, tortilla chips, and a variety of toppings.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven for crispness.