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Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Taco Bell Mexican Pizza recipe recreates the beloved fast-food classic at home, featuring crispy tortillas layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and melted Mexican cheese, topped with fresh diced tomatoes, green onions, olives, and a dollop of sour cream. A satisfying and flavorful dish perfect for a family meal or casual gathering.

Ingredients

Meat and Seasoning

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • ¾ cup water

Frying and Baking

  • 1 cup vegetable oil (heated until shimmering, not smoking)
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas (taco size)

Other Ingredients

  • 15 ounce can refried beans (warmed)
  • 10 ounce can enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • Diced tomatoes (for topping)
  • Sliced green onions (for topping)
  • Sliced olives (for topping)
  • Sour cream (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Preheat the oven to 400°F to ensure it’s ready for baking the assembled pizzas later.
  2. Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown and crumble the ground beef. Drain excess grease to keep the dish from being too oily. Add taco seasoning and ¾ cup water, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
  3. Fry the Tortillas: Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Fry each flour tortilla for 3 to 4 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown, turning as needed for even cooking. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  4. Warm the Beans: Heat the refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth and warm, which helps in spreading evenly.
  5. Assemble the Mexican Pizzas: Spread a layer of warm refried beans on each fried tortilla. Spoon the seasoned ground beef evenly over the beans. Place a second tortilla on top of the beef layer.
  6. Add Sauce and Cheese: Spread enchilada sauce over the top tortilla, then sprinkle generously with shredded Mexican cheese blend to ensure a melty, flavorful topping.
  7. Bake the Pizzas: Arrange the assembled pizzas on a nonstick baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the tortillas are crispy.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove pizzas from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and sliced olives. Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top or on the side to add creaminess and balance the flavors.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to minimize grease and ensure a less oily final dish.
  • Make sure the vegetable oil is shimmering, not smoking, to get tortillas crispy without burning.
  • Frying tortillas at medium heat helps achieve crispiness without burning quickly.
  • Warm refried beans before spreading for easier, smoother application.
  • You can customize toppings based on preference, such as adding jalapeños for heat or substituting sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • If preferred, bake assembled pizzas on parchment paper to reduce sticking and cleanup.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/taco-bell-mexican-pizza-recipe/