Mexican Pizza
Recipe: #19710
June 25, 2015
Categories: Ground Beef, Mexican Copycat or Clone Recipes, Beef Dinner, Mexican Dinner, Ground Beef Dinner, more
"This is a clone recipe for Taco Bell's Mexican pizza, I've never had it there but I can tell you that this is an awesome recipe. I didn't measure and use the stated amounts here, really you don't need to, it makes 4 stacked pizzas and the beef filling also makes awesome tacos!"
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (444 g)
- Calories 599.5
- Total Fat - 30.1 g
- Saturated Fat - 13.4 g
- Cholesterol - 144.1 mg
- Sodium - 775.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 33.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 4.5 g
- Sugars - 12.2 g
- Protein - 52.9 g
- Calcium - 589.7 mg
- Iron - 5.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 34 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook the ground beef over medium heat until brown, then drain off the excess fat from the pan.
Step 2
Add garlic powder, taco seasoning, salt & pepper & water, then let mixture simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Stir often.
Step 3
Heat oil or shortening in a frying pan over medium-high heat. If oil begins to smoke, it is too hot. When oil is hot, fry each tortilla for about 30-45 seconds per side and set aside on paper towels. When frying each tortilla, be sure to pop any bubbles that form so that tortilla lays flat in oil. Tortillas should become golden brown.
Step 4
Heat up refried beans in a small pan over the stove or in the microwave.
TO ASSEMBLE PIZZAS
Step 5
Mix the two shredded cheeses together in a bowl.
Step 6
On 4 tortillas, spread a fourth of refried beans, then a fourth of cooked beef mixture meat, then drizzle with some picante sauce; set aside.
Step 7
On the other 4 tortillas, sprinkle the shredded cheese mix, then chopped tomatoes, then onions over top; stack the cheese/onion tortillas over each beef tortilla.
Step 8
Place pizzas on a pan. Place under broiler and broil just until cheese has melted and the tortilla pizzas are hot.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For the oil or shortening, make sure to use a neutral-tasting oil with a high smoke point.
- When picking the tomatoes, use Roma tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Substitute ground turkey for ground beef. This substitution provides a leaner and healthier alternative to beef, while still providing the same flavor and texture.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for refried beans. This substitution can help lighten the dish and provide a healthier alternative to refried beans, while still providing a creamy texture.
Vegetarian Mexican Pizza Replace the ground beef with 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed. Increase the garlic powder to 1 tablespoon and the taco seasoning mix to 2 packages. Omit the water. Follow the remaining instructions.
Mexican Rice: Mexican Rice is a perfect side dish to Mexican Pizza. It is a flavorful combination of long-grain rice, onion, garlic, and tomato sauce. It is easy to make and pairs well with the flavors of the Mexican Pizza.
Black Beans: Black Beans are a great accompaniment to Mexican Rice and Mexican Pizza. They are a hearty and flavorful addition to the meal, and they are packed with protein and fiber. Serve them as a side dish or add them to the Mexican Pizza for an extra protein boost.
FAQ
Q: How do I fry the tortillas?
A: Heat oil or shortening in a frying pan over medium-high heat. If oil begins to smoke, it is too hot. When oil is hot, fry each tortilla for about 30-45 seconds per side and set aside on paper towels. When frying each tortilla, be sure to pop any bubbles that form so that tortilla lays flat in oil. Tortillas should become golden brown.
Q: How do I store leftover tortillas?
A: Leftover tortillas should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To prevent them from becoming dry and brittle, wrap them in a damp paper towel before placing them in the container. They should last up to 5 days when stored properly.
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The Mexican Pizza was first introduced by Taco Bell in the late 1980s. It quickly became a fan favorite and is still served today.
In 2020, popular singer Selena Gomez revealed that the Mexican Pizza was her favorite Taco Bell item. She even featured it in her music video for "De Una Vez".