Description
Taco Bell’s Mexican Pizza delights with crispy tortillas layered with seasoned beef, beans, and zesty toppings. Cheese melts perfectly between golden shells, creating a crave-worthy fusion that brings Mexican and American flavors together for you.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (453 g) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup (158 ml) water
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
- 8 flour tortillas (taco size)
- 1 (15 oz/425 g) can refried beans
- 1 cup (240 ml) red enchilada sauce
- 1 ½ cups (340 g) shredded Colby Jack cheese
- ¼ cup (40 g) diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup (40 g) sliced black olives (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Sauté ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking into fine crumbles. Drain excess fat and integrate taco seasoning with water, simmering until the mixture develops a concentrated, aromatic consistency.
- Tortilla Crisping: Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly oil tortillas on both sides and arrange on a baking sheet. Roast for 5-7 minutes, flipping midway to achieve uniform golden crispness, creating sturdy pizza foundations.
- Pizza Assembly: Layer refried beans on four toasted tortillas, then distribute seasoned meat evenly. Top with a second crisp tortilla, forming a substantial two-layer base.
- Flavor Enhancement: Generously coat the top tortilla with enchilada sauce. Sprinkle shredded cheese across the surface, then garnish with diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and chopped green onions for vibrant texture and visual appeal.
- Final Baking: Return assembled pizzas to the oven, baking 8-10 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges turn golden brown. This process integrates flavors and creates a cohesive, appetizing dish.
- Serving: Remove from oven and allow brief cooling. Slice each pizza into four equal wedges, presenting a delectable Mexican-inspired culinary creation ready to be savored.
Notes
- Prevent Tortilla Sogginess: Lightly brush tortillas with oil and bake until crisp to maintain a sturdy base that won’t collapse under toppings.
- Drain Meat Thoroughly: Remove excess grease from ground beef to prevent soggy pizza and ensure a cleaner, more concentrated flavor profile.
- Customize Toppings Wisely: Dice tomatoes and slice olives uniformly for even distribution and aesthetic appeal, enhancing both visual and taste experience.
- Control Cheese Melting: Watch closely during final baking to achieve perfectly melted cheese without burning, creating a golden, bubbling surface that looks irresistible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg