Teresa's Recipes
Mexican Pizza
Experience a culinary fiesta with this vibrant Mexican pizza that tantalizes your taste buds! This dish marries the crispy, golden crust of traditional pizza with the lively flair of Mexican cuisine. Picture a luscious layer of creamy refried beans, savory ground beef seasoned with zesty taco spices, and a colorful medley of fresh toppings. Finished with a generous sprinkle of melted cheddar cheese and garnished with fresh cilantro, this pizza is not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight. Ideal for casual family gatherings or cozy movie nights in, serve it with a dollop of cool sour cream for an added burst of flavor in every bite!
Ingredients
- 1 batch (store-bought or homemade) Pizza dough
- 1 cup Refried beans
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 packet (or homemade equivalent) Taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup Tomato sauce
- 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1 large, diced Tomato
- 1/2 cup, sliced Black olives
- 1, sliced (adjust to taste) Jalapeno
- 1/2 cup (for serving) Sour cream
- 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish) Cilantro
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, ensuring it fits the size of your baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone, making sure the edges are slightly raised to hold in the toppings.
- Spread the refried beans evenly over the pizza dough to create a flavorful base layer.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning and tomato sauce to the cooked ground beef, stirring well to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Spread the seasoned ground beef mixture evenly over the refried beans on the pizza dough.
- Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the ground beef mixture.
- Top the pizza with sliced red onion, diced tomato, black olives, and jalapeno slices, arranging them as desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with a generous dollop of sour cream on top.
Tips
- For a spicier kick, add more jalapenos or use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar.
- Feel free to customize your toppings with ingredients such as corn, avocado, or bell peppers.
- If you're looking for a healthier option, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.