Mexican Pizza Recipe (Taco Bell-Style)
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Overview
This Taco Bell-Style Mexican Pizza brings back fond memories of late-night cravings and fast food indulgence. The recipe starts with frying corn tortillas until they are perfectly crispy, creating a delightful base for the layers to come. The choice of corn tortillas adds a unique twist, offering a slightly different flavor compared to traditional flour tortillas.
Next, the seasoned ground beef is cooked to perfection, with the option to use homemade taco seasoning for a personal touch. The addition of refried beans not only enhances the flavor but also adds a creamy texture that complements the crispy tortillas. Assembling the pizza is a fun process, allowing you to layer the ingredients as generously as you like.
Finally, the three-cheese blend melts beautifully in the oven, creating a gooey, delicious topping that ties all the flavors together. This dish is not just a meal; it’s a nostalgic experience that can be enjoyed with friends and family. Whether for a casual dinner or a party, this Mexican pizza is sure to impress and satisfy cravings for something hearty and flavorful.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a pan.
Tip: You can buy tostada shells from the grocery store to save time.
Lightly fry tortillas for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden.
Set fried tortillas on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and sprinkle with salt.
Add 1 pound of ground beef to a pan with a little oil and break it up.
Brown the meat until mostly cooked through.
Add taco seasoning and a little salt to the meat, mixing well.
Add a couple tablespoons of water to the meat and let it simmer.
Tip: You can add more seasonings to the taco meat if desired.
Use store-bought or homemade enchilada sauce.
Heat refried beans in a pan and mix in a little taco sauce.
Tip: Adding taco sauce to refried beans enhances flavor and makes them easier to spread.
Place tortillas on a baking sheet and spread refried beans on them.
Tip: You can prepare all components ahead of time and assemble them when ready to serve.
Top the beans with taco meat.
Spread a little taco sauce on top of the meat.
Add a couple more tortillas on top.
Spread more taco sauce on top.
Top with a three cheese blend.
Tip: Any melty cheese works well; mix your favorites for a custom blend.
Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with tomatoes, olives, or other toppings as desired.
Tip: Feel free to garnish with your favorite toppings like tomatoes, olives, or green onions.
Serve as is or cut into pieces.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Tortillas
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Using corn tortillas instead of flour can add a unique flavor and texture to the Mexican pizza.
- •Homemade taco sauce can enhance the flavor profile compared to store-bought options.
- •Frying tortillas lightly helps achieve a crispy base for the pizza.
- •Layering refried beans and taco meat creates a satisfying combination of flavors and textures.
