Description
Mexican Fiesta Pizza blends zesty salsa, melted cheese, and spicy chorizo into a mouthwatering fusion of flavors. Crispy tortilla crusts cradle bold ingredients, offering a delicious twist on traditional pizza that sparks culinary excitement for those craving authentic Mexican-inspired cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups refried beans
- 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 16 corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
Cooking Oils and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Salt to taste
Toppings:
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Green onions
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational crispy tortilla base by warming vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, carefully frying each tortilla for 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a golden, crunchy texture. Transfer to paper towels and lightly season with salt.
- Calibrate the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) for subsequent baking.
- In a separate pan, warm of oil and thoroughly cook ground beef for 6-7 minutes, ensuring complete browning.
- Incorporate taco seasoning and water into the beef mixture, allowing it to simmer and develop robust flavors for approximately 10 minutes.
- Create the pizza layers by positioning the first crispy tortilla as a foundation, spreading a generous layer of enchilada sauce across the surface.
- Distribute an even layer of refried beans over the sauce, followed by the seasoned taco meat.
- Carefully place a second crispy tortilla atop the meat layer, repeating the process with additional enchilada sauce.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese over the entire pizza construct.
- Transfer the assembled pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese completely melts and becomes slightly bubbly.
- Garnish with preferred toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, or chopped cilantro before serving immediately.
Notes
- Crisp tortillas are the secret to a restaurant-quality texture, ensuring a satisfying crunch in every bite.
- Frying tortillas individually creates a golden, sturdy base that prevents soggy pizza and adds incredible flavor.
- Brown ground beef thoroughly and drain excess fat to keep the pizza from becoming greasy and maintain a lean protein profile.
- Layer ingredients strategically: start with enchilada sauce, then refried beans, and top with seasoned meat for maximum flavor distribution.
- Melting cheese creates a gooey, irresistible finish that binds all the delicious Mexican-inspired ingredients together.
- Optional toppings like fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sour cream can elevate the pizza’s freshness and add vibrant color.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg