Copycat Mexican Pizza Recipe
This flavorful Mexican pizza combines crispy tortillas, seasoned ground beef, refried beans, melty cheese, and fresh toppings. Halal-friendly and customizable, it’s a quick, hearty meal perfect for sharing. Enjoy the balance of spice, creaminess, and crunch from scratch in under an hour.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Ingredients
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 lb ground beef (halal or meat alternative)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 cup pizza sauce or enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Vegetable oil (for frying or brushing)
- Sour cream (for topping)
- Black olives, sliced (optional)
- Jalapeños, sliced (optional)
- Guacamole (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, 7-8 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef, add water, and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry tortillas 1-2 minutes per side until crisp, or bake at 400°F (205°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Spread refried beans evenly on each tortilla, then add a layer of beef mixture followed by pizza sauce and cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with diced tomato, green onions, sour cream, and optional toppings like olives or jalapeños.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or cauliflower.
Use a halal meat alternative if needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Use a halal meat alternative if needed.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.