My Mexican Stromboli is a fusion of some of my favorite Mexican flavors and my favorite pizza dough. It’s seasoned beef, black beans, onions, mushrooms, olives, sweet peppers…two types of cheese wrapped in dough and baked. It’s seriously delicious, and it’s one of my favorite ways to get my Mexican...

Mexican Stromboli recipe
Prep Time
45min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
1hr 5min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 Stromboli)
  • batch pizza dough
    batch pizza dough
    1
  • unsalted butter
    unsalted butter
    2tbsp
  • large yellow onion, diced
    large yellow onion, diced
    1/2
  • bella mushrooms, sliced
    bella mushrooms, sliced
    1cup
  • Worcestershire sauce
    Worcestershire sauce
    1tsp
  • ground round
    ground round
    1lb
  • packet taco seasoning
    packet taco seasoning
    1
  • water
    water
    1/4cup
  • pinto beans, rinsed
    pinto beans, rinsed
    1can
  • black and green olives, sliced
    black and green olives, sliced
    1/2cup
  • Provolone cheese, slices
    Provolone cheese, slices
    24oz
  • Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
    Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
    16oz
  • mini bell peppers, sliced into rings
    mini bell peppers, sliced into rings
    6
  • egg white whisked
    egg white whisked
    1
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
    Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Coarse sea salt
    Coarse sea salt

How to make Mexican Stromboli

  1. Step 1

    Make the dough and keep half of it aside; cover the remaining and refrigerate.

  2. Step 2

    Melt butter over medium heat in a medium-sized pan; add onion and mushrooms.

  3. Step 3

    Add Worcestershire sauce, toss to coat, and sauté over medium-low heat until caramelized. Remove onions and mushrooms from the pan, set aside, and return the pan to the stove.

  4. Step 4

    Add ground beef to the pan over medium heat, brown and drain the fat; return to the pan.

  5. Step 5

    Sprinkle with taco seasoning and water, toss to coat, and simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until thickened.

  6. Step 6

    Spread the dough into two rectangle shapes on a floured surface.

  7. Step 7

    Start layering with Provolone and Monterey Jack cheeses, the beef mixture, beans, olives, onions, and peppers.

  8. Step 8

    Cut slashes on each side to make strands. Starting on one side, fold strands over one at a time, alternating.

  9. Step 9

    Brush with egg white and sprinkle with sea salt.

  10. Step 10

    Bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

912.5kcal (45.63%)

Protein

56.3g (100%)

Carbs

21.3g (7.73%)

Sugars

2.5g (5%)

Healthy Fat

29.1g

Unhealthy Fat

40.5g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Store-bought pizza dough from the deli or canned pizza dough will work if you need to save time.

  2. Let the dough rise overnight for better pliability.

  3. Caramelizing the onions and mushrooms adds depth of flavor to the filling.

  4. Ensure the strands are sealed properly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.

  5. Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top for added texture and flavor.

FAQS

  1. Can I use store-bought pizza dough?

    Yes, store-bought pizza dough from the deli or canned pizza dough will work perfectly if you need to save time.

  2. What is the difference between a Stromboli and a Calzone?

    A Stromboli is a type of Italian sandwich, kind of like a pizza turnover, and is cut into slices. A Calzone is more like a folded pizza slice and typically includes ricotta cheese.

  3. Can I make the dough ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time. Letting it rise overnight improves its pliability.

  4. Can I customize the filling?

    Absolutely! You can add or substitute ingredients based on your preferences or what you have available.

  5. How do I prevent the filling from leaking during baking?

    Ensure the strands are sealed properly when folding over the dough to prevent the filling from leaking.

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