Why Make This Recipe
Homemade Mexican Pizza is a fun and delicious twist on traditional pizza. It combines the flavors of tacos and pizza into one big, cheesy dish. Making this recipe at home is not only easy but also allows you to customize it to your liking. It’s perfect for family dinners, game nights, or when you want to impress your friends with something tasty and unique.
How to Make Homemade Mexican Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1 green onion, diced
- 1 small can sliced black olives
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray two baking sheets with non-stick spray and arrange three tortillas on each sheet. Bake for 3-5 minutes, flip the tortillas, and continue baking for an additional 2-5 minutes until they’re golden and crispy. Once done, set the tortillas aside.
- While the tortillas are baking, cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling it as it cooks. Once browned, drain the excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water to the beef, bringing it to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Set the beef mixture aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the refried beans in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through. Spread a thin layer of beans on one tortilla.
- Add 1/3 of the cooked ground beef mixture over the beans, then place another tortilla on top to create a layered stack.
- Spread 3 tablespoons of enchilada sauce over the top tortilla, then sprinkle it with both cheddar and pepper-jack cheese. Top with diced tomato, green onion, and sliced black olives.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, creating three stacked pizza layers.
- Place the assembled pizzas back into the oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
How to Serve Homemade Mexican Pizza
Serve your Homemade Mexican Pizza hot from the oven. You can cut it into wedges, just like a traditional pizza. It pairs nicely with a side salad or some guacamole for extra flavor. For added fun, set up a toppings bar with sour cream, jalapeños, or extra salsa.
How to Store Homemade Mexican Pizza
If you have leftovers, allow the pizza to cool completely. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop it in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until heated through.
Tips to Make Homemade Mexican Pizza
- Use different types of cheese based on your preference, such as mozzarella or Mexican cheese blend.
- Add more vegetables like bell peppers, corn, or spinach for added nutrition.
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeños to the top before baking.
- If you prefer, you can use store-bought salsa instead of enchilada sauce.
Variation
You can make a vegetarian version by swapping the ground beef for black beans or grilled vegetables. This way, you still enjoy a hearty and flavorful pizza without meat.
FAQs
1. Can I make this pizza ahead of time?
Yes! You can assemble the pizza layers ahead of time and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to bake them.
2. Can I freeze Homemade Mexican Pizza?
Yes, you can freeze the assembled pizza before baking it. Just wrap it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to a month. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
3. Is Mexican pizza spicy?
Not necessarily. You can control the spice level by adjusting the amount of taco seasoning or by adding or omitting spicy toppings like jalapeños.
Homemade Mexican Pizza
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Description
A delicious twist on traditional pizza that combines the flavors of tacos and pizza into one cheesy dish, perfect for family dinners or game nights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
- 1 Roma tomato, diced
- 1 green onion, diced
- 1 small can sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray two baking sheets and arrange three tortillas on each sheet. Bake for 3-5 minutes, flip tortillas and bake for an additional 2-5 minutes until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling it as it cooks. Drain excess grease when browned.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Warm refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes. Spread a layer on one tortilla.
- Add 1/3 of the ground beef mixture over the beans, place another tortilla on top to create a layered stack.
- Spread 3 tablespoons of enchilada sauce on the top tortilla, then sprinkle with cheddar and pepper-jack cheese. Top with diced tomato, green onion, and black olives.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas to create stacked pizza layers.
- Place assembled pizzas back in the oven and bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with black beans or grilled vegetables. Customize cheese and toppings to your preference.