Delicious Mexican Style Layered Pizza
This mouthwatering Mexican Style Layered Pizza combines the classic flavors of taco night with the fun of pizza! Featuring crispy tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and gooey cheddar cheese, this dish is perfect for a quick dinner or a satisfying snack. Top with fresh tomatoes, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream for a delightful finish. Ideal for using up leftover taco meat, this easy recipe can be easily adjusted to serve more people and is great for any occasion. Enjoy a slice of Mexico in your own kitchen!
2
Servings
393
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
corn tortillas
4 (no preparation needed, can use flour tortillas as a substitute)
refried beans
1/2 cup (canned or homemade)
oil
1 cup (for frying)
cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (shredded)
tomatoes
1/4 cup (seeded and diced)
ground beef
1/2 cup (cooked and seasoned)
taco sauce
2 tablespoons (store-bought or homemade)
green onions
2 tablespoons (chopped)
sour cream
to serve (optional as a condiment)
Instructions
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1. Begin by heating the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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2. Fry each corn tortilla one at a time until golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Make sure to keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
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3. Drain the fried tortillas on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
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4. Evenly spread refried beans over each tortilla, making sure to cover them completely.
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5. Place seasoned ground beef on top of two of the tortillas, then place the remaining two tortillas bean-side down on top of the beef to create a sandwich-like structure.
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6. Spread taco sauce generously over the top of the stacked tortillas and sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly.
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7. Carefully transfer the layered tortillas to a baking sheet and broil on high for 2-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close watch to avoid burning.
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8. While the pizza is broiling, seed and dice the tomatoes and chop the green onions.
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9. Once the cheese has melted, remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions.
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10. Slice and serve hot with a side of sour cream, and any additional toppings of your choice like salsa or guacamole.
Nutrition Information
24g
Fat
27g
Carbs
19g
Protein
3.5g
Fiber
1.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Delicious Mexican Style Layered Pizza?
It is a mouthwatering dish that combines classic taco flavors with a pizza-style structure, featuring crispy tortillas, seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 2 people.
Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas?
Yes, flour tortillas can be used as a substitute for corn tortillas in this recipe.
What are the main ingredients for the layered pizza?
The main ingredients include corn tortillas, refried beans, oil for frying, shredded cheddar cheese, tomatoes, cooked ground beef, taco sauce, green onions, and sour cream.
How do I make the tortillas crispy?
Heat oil in a skillet and fry each tortilla for 1-2 minutes per side until they are golden and crispy.
How much ground beef is required?
You will need 1/2 cup of cooked and seasoned ground beef.
What type of beans should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of refried beans, which can be either canned or homemade.
How is the pizza layered?
Spread beans on all tortillas, place beef on two, then place the other two tortillas bean-side down on top to create a sandwich structure.
What kind of cheese is best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
How long should I broil the pizza?
Broil the layered tortillas on high for 2-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
What fresh toppings are added after cooking?
After broiling, top the pizza with seeded and diced tomatoes and chopped green onions.
Is this a good recipe for leftovers?
Yes, it is an ideal way to use up leftover seasoned taco meat.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 393 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 19 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this dish?
The recipe contains 24 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 27 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
Yes, each serving provides 3.5 grams of fiber.
How much sugar is in the pizza?
The recipe contains a low amount of sugar, at 1.5 grams per serving.
What should I serve as a side or condiment?
It is best served with sour cream, and optionally salsa or guacamole.
How much oil is used for frying?
The recipe suggests using 1 cup of oil for frying the tortillas.
How much taco sauce should I apply?
Spread 2 tablespoons of taco sauce generously over the top of the stacked tortillas.
Do I need to prepare the tomatoes in a specific way?
Yes, the tomatoes should be seeded and diced before being added as a topping.
How many green onions are needed?
You will need 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions.
Is this considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and an easy recipe, perfect for a fast dinner.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
How do I prevent the tortillas from being too oily?
Drain the fried tortillas on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil after frying.
Can I adjust the recipe for more people?
Yes, the recipe can be easily adjusted to serve more people by increasing the quantities of the ingredients.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 9 ingredients used in this recipe.
What are some of the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include Mexican, pizza, tacos, quick meals, beef, dinner, easy recipes, and layered dish.
Should the pizza be served hot or cold?
The pizza should be sliced and served hot immediately after the cheese has melted.