How to Make Mexican Pizza - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mexican cuisine is beloved around the world for its bold and vibrant flavors. From spicy salsas to rich and cheesy enchiladas, there's something for everyone to enjoy. One dish that has gained widespread popularity is the Mexican pizza. This unique fusion of two culinary traditions brings together the flavors of Mexico and the convenience of a pizza, creating a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 4 (10 inch) flour tortillas
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced jalapeño pepper
  • ¼ cup sour cream (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 2 Mexican pizzas

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat 2 pie plates with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place ground beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until beef is evenly browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Season beef with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Lay one tortilla in each pie plate, and cover with a layer of refried beans. Spread 1/2 of the seasoned ground beef over each one, and then cover with a second tortilla. Bake in the preheated oven until tortillas are crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove pizzas from the oven and set aside to cool slightly. Then spread 1/2 of the salsa over each top tortilla. Cover each pizza with 1/2 of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Place 1/2 of the tomatoes, 1/2 of the green onions, and 1/2 of the jalapeño slices onto each one.
  • Return pizzas to the oven and bake until cheese is melted, about 5 to 10 more minutes. Let pizzas cool slightly before slicing each one into 4 pieces.
  • Nutrition

    370 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 848mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 324mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 452mg