Easy Mexican Pizza (Print Format)
Crispy tortillas topped with seasoned beef, beans, cheese, and fresh veggies for a flavorful meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Meat and Aromatics
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1 lb ground beef
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1 chopped onion
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1 tbsp minced garlic
→ Seasonings
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1/2 tsp salt and pepper
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2 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp dried cilantro
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1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
→ Bases and Sauces
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16 small fajita-size flour tortillas
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1 can refried beans
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Taco sauce as needed
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Vegetable oil for frying
→ Cheese and Toppings
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2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
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Diced tomatoes, quantity to taste
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Chopped green onions, quantity to taste
# Steps:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Add the chopped onion and cook until beef is fully browned. Drain excess grease.
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Season the cooked beef and onions with salt, pepper, chili powder, ground cumin, dried cilantro, and cayenne pepper. Stir in the minced garlic and combine thoroughly.
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In a separate skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom over medium heat. Fry each flour tortilla for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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Warm the refried beans for easier spreading. Spread refried beans on a fried tortilla, add a scoop of seasoned ground beef, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Top with another fried tortilla.
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Spoon taco sauce onto the top tortilla and sprinkle additional shredded cheese evenly over it.
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Bake assembled pizzas in a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for approximately 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove pizzas from the oven. Top with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions. Slice each pizza into four pieces and serve immediately.
# Tips:
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Small fajita-size flour tortillas are ideal for this recipe. Frying the tortillas until golden enhances texture and flavor. Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and consistency.