Taco-Inspired Pizza (Printable Version)
A flavorful pairing of taco spices and cheesy pizza goodness, easy to make.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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8 corn or flour tortillas
→ Filling
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8 oz refried beans (half a can)
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4 tablespoons enchilada sauce
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1/4 cup water
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 cup shredded cheese (any blend like cheddar, mozzarella, or Mexican mix)
→ Topping
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1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a Mexican-style mix)
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4 tablespoons enchilada sauce
→ Optional Garnishes
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2 green onions (thinly sliced)
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1/4 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup sliced black olives
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1 tomato (diced, seeds removed; roma or beefsteak are great)
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1 small red onion (chopped)
# Steps:
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Heat up a large pan over medium heat. Toss in the ground beef, breaking it apart as it browns. Cook, stirring often, for 5-8 minutes until no pink is left. Drain out the grease, then pour in taco seasoning, water, and enchilada sauce. Stir it all together and let it gently bubble for 1-2 minutes.
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Lay one tortilla down and spread a generous amount of refried beans over it. Add the seasoned beef mixture and sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Put another tortilla over this layer, spread a spoonful of enchilada sauce on top, and cover it with cheese.
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Set your air fryer to 400°F. One at a time, place a pizza in the basket and let it cook for around 5 minutes, or until you're happy with the melted cheese and crispy tortilla texture. Do this with the rest.
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Turn your oven on to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Space out the pizzas on the tray and bake for 8-10 minutes, keeping an eye on them while the cheese melts and the tortillas crisp up.
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Lightly oil a big skillet and heat it over medium. Place a pizza in, cover with a lid, and let it cook for 4-5 minutes. The cheese should melt perfectly as the bottom tortilla crisps.
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Move the pizzas onto plates. Go wild with the garnishes – maybe diced tomatoes, chopped onion, some sour cream, black olives, or a sprinkle of green onions. Serve right away and enjoy!
# Notes:
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To make crunchy tortillas, check that each method gives you the texture you want.
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Feel free to tweak flavors and toppings to suit personal preferences or diet needs.