Mexican Pizza Ground Beef Beans (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Components
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500 g ground beef
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1 packet (30 g) taco seasoning
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8 medium flour tortillas (20 cm diameter)
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400 g refried beans
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250 ml red enchilada sauce
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120 g grated cheddar cheese
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120 g grated pepper-jack cheese
→ Toppings
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1 large tomato, diced
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3 spring onions, thinly sliced
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60 g sliced black olives
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and 50 ml water. Stir and simmer for 3 minutes until fully combined.
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Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place tortillas on a baking tray and bake for 3-4 minutes per side, or until just crisp and lightly golden.
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Spread about 50 g refried beans evenly over 4 tortillas. Top each with a portion of the seasoned ground beef.
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Place a second tortilla over each layered base. Spread 2-3 tablespoons enchilada sauce over the top tortilla. Sprinkle each with cheddar and pepper-jack cheese.
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Arrange the assembled pizzas on baking trays. Bake in the centre of the oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
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Remove pizzas from the oven. Garnish immediately with diced tomato, spring onions, and black olives. Slice and serve warm.
# Helpful Notes:
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For a vegetarian adaptation, substitute seasoned cooked lentils or plant-based mince for the beef.
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Crisping the tortillas in the oven before assembly prevents sogginess.
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For extra crunch, tortillas may be deep-fried instead of baked.