Mexican pizza layers crispy fried tortillas with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese, then bakes until the cheese is completely melted. The standout is the crispy-chewy texture from frying the tortillas before assembly.
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until the beef is fully browned. Drain any excess grease.
Season the cooked beef with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, dried cilantro, and cayenne. Add minced garlic and stir to combine.
In a separate skillet, add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom and heat to medium-high. Fry the tortillas for about 20 seconds on each side until golden brown. Place them on paper towels to absorb excess grease.
To assemble, spread a layer of refried beans on half of the fried tortillas.
Top the beans with a scoop of the seasoned ground beef, followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
Place a second fried tortilla on top of each one.
Spread taco sauce over the top tortilla and cover with the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake at 400°F until the cheese is completely melted.
Remove from the oven and top with diced tomatoes and chopped green onions before slicing and serving.
Store leftover Mexican pizzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes until warmed through.
Large skillet · Separate skillet for frying tortillas · Paper towels · Baking sheet · Oven (400°F capability)
Yes. Assemble the pizzas without the tomatoes and green onions, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake at 400°F until cheese melts, adding a few extra minutes for cold pizzas. Add toppings after baking.
Bake at 400°F for 8–12 minutes, checking at 8 minutes. The cheese should be fully melted and bubbling slightly at the edges.
Heat the oil to medium-high and fry each tortilla about 20 seconds per side. If they brown too fast, lower the heat slightly. They should be golden, not dark brown.
Corn tortillas are more fragile and may tear during frying. Flour tortillas (fajita size) are recommended for structure and ease of assembly.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes until warmed through.
