Are you getting hungry just thinking about Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza? Well, you can replicate this beloved dish in your own kitchen. With a few simple ingredients and some easy-to-follow steps, you can have a delicious Mexican pizza that tastes just like the restaurant version. So get ready to experience the mouthwatering flavors of seasoned beef, melted cheese, crispy tortilla shells, and more. Let's get cooking!
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
LIGHTENED TACO BELL MEXICAN PIZZA - COPYCAT
Make and share this Lightened Taco Bell Mexican Pizza - Copycat recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nyteglori
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the ground beef over medium heat until brown, then drain.
- Return meat to pan and add the salt, onions, paprika, chili powder and water.
- Let mixture simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Pre-heat oven to 400.
- Spray both sides of the tortillas with cooking spray and bake until crisp.
- Heat refried beans.
- Stack each pizza by first spreading 1/3 C beans on one tortilla.
- Next add 1/3 C meat, then another tortilla.
- Top the second tortilla with 2 T of salsa.
- Divide the tomato, cheese, onions and olives evenly and top in that order.
- Bake for an additional 8-12 minutes.
VEGAN, GLUTEN-FREE MEXICAN PIZZA (INSPIRED BY TACO BELL)
It doesn't taste exactly like Taco Bell, but I'm sure it's better for you, and no animals were harmed.
Provided by Prose
Categories Beans
Time 17m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sautee onion in oil. Add beans and taco seasoning. Heat through.
- Spread mixture evenly on 5 tortillas. Top with other 5 tortillas.
- Spread with enchilada sauce. Sprinkle tomatoes, then cheese, then olives, then green onions on top, dividing evenly between all five "pizzas.".
- Broil in oven for 1-2 minutes or until "cheese" is melted.
- Cut each "pizza" into four sections with pizza cutter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 468.4, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8
Tips:
- For the Mexican Pizza Crust: To achieve a crispy and golden crust, ensure the dough is rolled out thin and evenly. This allows for even cooking and prevents a soggy crust.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or griddle to cook the crust. The high heat of the skillet or griddle helps create a crispy crust and evenly distributes the heat throughout the dough.
- When layering the Mexican Pizza, start with the refried beans. This layer provides a solid base for the other ingredients and prevents them from making the crust soggy.
- Use a generous amount of Mexican cheese. This adds a gooey, melted texture and enhances the flavor of the pizza.
- Top the Mexican Pizza with your favorite toppings. Common choices include ground beef, shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, onions, and lettuce. You can also add other toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
- Serve the Mexican Pizza immediately after cooking. This ensures the crust stays crispy and the cheese is melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
The Mexican Pizza is a delicious and versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic combination of ground beef, beans, and cheese or something more adventurous like shredded chicken or grilled vegetables, the Mexican Pizza is sure to satisfy. With its crispy crust, melted cheese, and flavorful toppings, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick and easy meal. So next time you're craving Mexican food, give the Mexican Pizza a try – you won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love