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Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas 🍕
I was genuinely a little heartbroken when Taco Bell pulled the Mexican Pizza, so I started making them at home, and now I am not sure I would go back. Crispy fried tortillas sandwich seasoned beef and refried beans, then get topped with sauce, melty cheese, and whatever fixings everyone is into. The best part is letting the kids build their own. It turns a regular dinner into a little event, and they eat every bite.
Servings: 2 Pizzas
Calories: 609kcal
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Equipment
- 1 Cookie Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- 2 Frying Pans
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef (I use 80/20)
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Olive or Avocado oil, for frying
- 4 tortillas Flour or Almond flour tortillas
- 1/2 can refried beans, heated (I add jalapeno slices to mine)
- 1 cup 4-cheese blend, shredded
- Toppings as desired: sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, jalapenos, hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper
- In a frying pan, add ground beef and taco seasoning.
- Cook until browned. Set aside.
- In another frying pan, heat olive/avocado oil on high until it reaches (350-375 degrees – it should "pop" when you add a drop of water).
- Fry tortilla on each side for about 2-3 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
- Set on a paper towel to absorb excess oil when done.
- To assemble, 1. top one fried tortilla with a heaping tablespoon of heated refried beans, 2. then 2 heaping tablespoons of cooked ground beef.3. Top with the other fried tortilla.
- Add about 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce on top of tortilla, then shredded cheese
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted.
- Top as desired and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 609kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 161mg | Sodium: 1564mg | Potassium: 612mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1642IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 6mg
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Tips for Making This Recipe
- Fry the tortillas until crisp so they hold up to the toppings.
- Drain the seasoned beef well so the layers do not get soggy.
- Warm the refried beans so they spread easily.
- Broil just until the cheese melts. Keep an eye on it.
- Add the cold toppings, like tomatoes and green onions, last.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bake the tortillas instead of frying?
Yes. Brush with oil and bake at 400F until crisp for a lighter version.
What sauce goes on top?
A thin layer of red enchilada or taco sauce, just like the original.
Can I make them vegetarian?
Swap the beef for extra beans or a plant-based crumble.
How do I keep them crispy?
Assemble and serve right away. The fried shells soften as they sit.
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