Introducing the delightful Tex-Mex Calzones, a culinary fusion that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the classic Italian comfort food. These savory pockets of goodness are made with a soft and chewy pizza dough, enveloping a flavorful filling inspired by traditional Mexican dishes. The recipes featured in this article offer a variety of fillings to satisfy every palate, from classic ground beef and bean to spicy shredded chicken and tangy black beans. Whether you're a fan of bold and spicy flavors or prefer a milder touch, these Tex-Mex Calzones have something for everyone. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that seamlessly blends the best of two worlds, bringing a fiesta of flavors to your table.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
TEX-MEX CALZONES
From Cooking Light, I haven't made it yet, but it got good reviews on the Cooking Light website. Can sub ground beef or cooked chicken or turkey.
Provided by kitchenslave03
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over med-high. Add ground turkey; cook 3 minutes, stirring to crumble. Add onion and next 5 ingredients to pan; cook 4f minutes or til veggies are crisp-tender. Remove from heat and stir in salsa.
- Unroll dough; divide into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a 6x4 inch rectangle. Working with one rectangle at a time, spoon about 1/2 c turkey mixture on one side of the dough. Top with 3 T cheese. Fold dough over turkey, and press edges together with a fork to seal.
- Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Bake at 425 for 12 min or til browned. Serve with salsa and sour cream if desired.
TEX-MEX STEAK CALZONES (SANDWICH) PIZZA POCKETS
A pizza snack in a handy calzone with Tex/Mex flavor, this is a sure man-pleaser, kid-pleaser and people pleaser.
Provided by pamela t.
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Put pizza dough on wax paper or parchment.
- Roll out to oblong and cut in half. Two pizzas become 4 calzones.
- Grill or broil steak to medium rare. Let rest.
- In a mixing bowl, mix tomato sauce, tomato paste, garlic powder, chili powder, basil, and Italian seasoning.
- Spray poblano with cooking spray and bake at 325F, turning once, until outside of pepper is charred. Drop into a paper bag. Let rest 10 minutes.
- Remove skin from poblano, seed, and dice. Dice onion.
- Spread sauce on one half of each calzone.
- Cut up steak into bite-size pieces and add to each calzone. Add onions and poblano.
- Add ¼ C mozzarella to each calzone. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
- Wet edges with water and using your fingers, close up each calzone into a package.
- Spray calzones with oven spray or drizzle with olive oil for golden brown.
- Bake at the temperature suggested on the pizza directions, usually 325-350 for about 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Serve with additional sauce if desired.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan on hot calzones.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.5, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 65.1, Sodium 965.7, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 8.6, Protein 22.9
QUICK AND EASY CALZONES RECIPE
Our quick and easy calzones recipe is a kid-friendly dinner that you can make in no time at all.
Provided by Steph Loaiza
Categories Main Course
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Roll out the pizza crust, and cut it into 6 equal-sized squares.
- In the middle of each square, place a portion of the marinara sauce, shredded cheese, and 4 pepperoni slices.
- Fold the dough over into a triangle, and use a fork to press along the edges of the triangle to seal it closed.
- Place Calzones onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the top of each Calzone with butter, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until tops are golden brown.
- Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 12 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 872 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- For a crispier crust, brush the calzones with melted butter before baking.
- To save time, use store-bought pizza dough or crescent roll dough.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the ground beef and add extra vegetables.
- To make the calzones ahead of time, assemble them and freeze them unbaked. When ready to bake, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then bake them according to the recipe instructions.
- Serve the calzones with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Tex-Mex calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a party or a casual weeknight dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying calzone that will be sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a fun and flavorful meal, give Tex-Mex calzones a try!
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