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Homemade Mexican Pizza Recipe

Homemade Mexican Pizza Recipe
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5.2 from 18 reviews

This homemade Mexican pizza is a flavorful and satisfying layered dish featuring seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and a blend of cheddar and pepper-jack cheeses on toasted flour tortillas. Topped with fresh tomatoes, green onions, black olives, and optional toppings like sour cream and guacamole, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser for any Mexican-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasoning

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey/plant-based alternative)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (or 2 Tbsp homemade seasoning)
  • ½ cup water

Base and Beans

  • 6 medium flour tortillas (lightly toasted)
  • 1 can (16 oz) refried beans (heated)

Sauces and Cheese

  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese

Fresh Toppings

  • 1 Roma tomato (diced)
  • 1 green onion (diced)
  • 1 small can sliced black olives

Optional Toppings

  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced avocado
  • Hot sauce
  • Crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Cook and Season the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat, then add the taco seasoning and water. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to let the flavors combine.
  2. Prepare the Tortillas and Beans: Warm the refried beans. Lightly toast the flour tortillas in a skillet or oven for 3 to 5 minutes until only slightly crisp.
  3. Assemble the Base Layers: Place three tortillas on a baking sheet. Spread each tortilla with warmed refried beans, then evenly distribute the seasoned beef on top. Lay one more tortilla over each stack to create layers.
  4. Add Sauce and Cheese: Spoon red enchilada sauce over each tortilla stack. Sprinkle a mix of shredded cheddar and pepper-jack cheese evenly on top.
  5. Add Fresh Toppings: Scatter diced Roma tomatoes, chopped green onions, and sliced black olives over the cheese layer for a fresh burst of flavor and texture.
  6. Bake the Pizza: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the assembled pizzas for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
  7. Rest and Serve: Remove the pizzas from the oven and allow them to rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Slice into wedges and serve warm, adding optional toppings like sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, diced avocado, hot sauce, or crushed tortilla chips as desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or a plant-based meat alternative for the beef.
  • To make your own taco seasoning, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Lightly toasting the tortillas prevents them from becoming soggy during baking.
  • Feel free to customize toppings to your preference, including jalapeños for extra heat or cilantro for added freshness.
  • Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.

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