Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recipe
Recreate the delicious and iconic Taco Bell Mexican Pizza at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. It’s the perfect blend of crispy tortillas, flavorful beef, and melty cheese, topped with fresh and zesty garnishes. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup water
- 8 taco-size flour tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced green onions or chives
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- Sour cream, for garnish
- Vegetable oil, or other frying oil
Instructions:
- Cook the Beef:
- In a medium skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula.
- Add taco seasoning and water; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a bowl and keep warm.
- Prepare the Oil:
- Clean the skillet and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by 1/2 inch.
- Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F.
- Fry the Tortillas:
- Carefully place one flour tortilla into the hot oil.
- Fry each side for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain.
- Heat Beans:
- Heat refried beans in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm.
- Assemble the Mexican Pizza:
- Place one fried tortilla on a baking sheet.
- Spread 1/4 cup of refried beans over the tortilla.
- Add 1/4 cup of the cooked beef mixture on top of the beans.
- Place a second tortilla over the beef.
- Spoon 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce over the top tortilla.
- Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Bake the assembled Mexican pizzas for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes, diced green onions or chives, and sliced black olives.
- Add a dollop of sour cream as garnish.
- Cut into wedges and serve immediately.
Enjoy your homemade Taco Bell Mexican Pizza, a perfect treat for taco night or any festive gathering!