Seasoned beef, melty cheese, zesty veggies and crunchy chips atop golden pizza crust for a family-favorite fusion dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pizza Base
01 - 1 large pizza crust, approximately 12 inches in diameter (store-bought or homemade)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Taco Meat
03 - 10.5 ounces ground beef (or plant-based ground for vegetarian option)
04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
07 - 1/4 cup water
→ Sauce & Cheese
08 - 1/2 cup refried beans or salsa
09 - 7 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 3.5 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Toppings
11 - 1 medium tomato, diced
12 - 3.5 ounces shredded lettuce
13 - 1.75 ounces sliced black olives (optional)
14 - 1 ounce sliced jalapeños (optional)
15 - 1 ounce crushed tortilla chips
16 - 2 ounces sour cream (for serving)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Place pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone and brush evenly with olive oil.
02 - Heat skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 2 minutes until just softened. Add ground beef and garlic, cook until browned, then drain off excess fat.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until mixture thickens.
04 - Spread refried beans or salsa evenly over prepared crust.
05 - Distribute taco meat mixture evenly over the sauce.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella uniformly across the top.
07 - Transfer to oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is golden.
08 - Remove from oven. Top with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, black olives, jalapeños, and crushed tortilla chips.
09 - Drizzle with sour cream or present sour cream on the side. Slice and serve immediately.
