Mexican Pizza
This Mexican Pizza combines all the vibrant flavors of classic Mexican cuisine with a pizza twist! It features a crispy crust topped with refried beans, seasoned ground beef, cheese, and fresh toppings, making it a delightful dish for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking sheet or pizza stone
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing spoon
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
- 1 aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 12-inch pre-made pizza crust
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup sour cream for serving
- diced jalapeños optional garnish
- chopped cilantro optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning with the cooked beef. Follow the package instructions for any additional water requirement and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.
- On the pizza crust, spread the refried beans evenly as the base. Layer the seasoned ground beef on top.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the beef.
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Top with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, and chopped green onions.
- Serve slices hot with a dollop of sour cream and optional garnishes like jalapeños and cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with sautéed bell peppers, corn, or any vegetables of your choice.
You can also use store-bought taco sauce to enhance the flavor further, spreading it over the refried beans before adding the meat.