Mexican Pizza
Recipe Overview
Overview
This Mexican Pizza, also known as Tlayuda, is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings together the essence of Southern Mexico’s street food. The base is made from a simple flour tortilla, which is kneaded to perfection and rolled out to create a sturdy foundation for the toppings. The dough is easy to make, requiring just flour, salt, olive oil, and water, making it accessible for home cooks.
The real star of this dish is the bean sauce, which combines black beans with spices like cumin and garlic powder, creating a smooth and savory spread that serves as the perfect base. Topped with spicy chorizo, fresh cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of cheese, this pizza is baked until crispy and golden. The addition of fresh toppings like radishes, avocado, and shredded cabbage adds a refreshing crunch that balances the richness of the cheese and meat.
What sets this Mexican Pizza apart is its versatility. You can customize it with your favorite toppings, whether you prefer more vegetables or different types of cheese. The final touch of sour cream and hot sauce elevates the dish, making it a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress friends and family. Whether you fold it like a taco or enjoy it flat, this pizza is a fun and delicious way to experience the flavors of Mexico in your own kitchen.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Combine 300g of all-purpose flour, 6g of salt, and 50g of olive oil in a food processor.
Pulse the food processor about 10 times until the oil and salt are evenly mixed.
Stream in 180g of cool water while the processor is running.
Tip: If you don't have a food processor, you can mix the dough by hand in a medium bowl.
Spin the processor for another 10 seconds until the dough comes together.
Flip the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3 minutes.
Tip: Kneading dough can be done in any way that feels right; just move it to build strength.
Cut the dough into six pieces, each weighing roughly 80 to 90g.
Roll each piece into a round ball and tuck the top underneath for strength.
Cover the dough balls with a damp towel and let them rest for 15 minutes.
Tip: Cover the dough balls with a damp towel to prevent them from drying out while they rest.
In the food processor, add two cans of black beans, 5g of salt, 10g of cumin, 10g of onion powder, and 5g of garlic powder.
Spin until the beans are well broken down and smooth.
Tip: If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the beans with a potato masher.
Tip: Taste the bean mixture to ensure it has the desired flavor before using.
In a medium heat pan, cook two 225g tubes of chorizo for about 8 to 10 minutes.
Flour the cutting board and flatten one dough ball with your hand.
Use a rolling pin to roll the dough into a 10 to 12 inch circle.
Tip: Keep the dough well floured while rolling to prevent sticking.
Lay the rolled dough on parchment paper sprayed with olive oil.
Tip: Spraying parchment paper with olive oil makes it easier to move the pizza in and out of the oven.
Tip: Leave a little area around the edge of the pizza bean-free to allow it to crisp up.
Crumble about 75g of chorizo on top of the bean puree.
Drop on 12 to 15 halved cherry tomatoes.
Transfer the pizza to a preheated 500°F oven and bake for roughly 10 minutes.
Spread three large spoonfuls of bean puree on the dough, leaving the edges free.
Tip: Using a squeezer for the crema gives you better control over the presentation.
Thinly slice two to three radishes using a mandolin.
Shred a quarter of a head of red cabbage thinly.
Thinly slice avocados and scoop them out with a spoon.
Tip: Adding a generous zigzag of thinned sour cream enhances the flavor and presentation.
Combine sour cream with a little water and stir to thin it out.
Drizzle hot sauce over the pizza for heat.
Top with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Remove the pizza from the oven and check for doneness.
Add 75g of shredded cheese, shredded cabbage, radish slices, avocado slices, and thinned sour cream.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about this recipe.
Got a Recipe Question? Ask Away!
Interesting Tidbits
- •Tlayuda is a traditional Oaxacan dish that resembles a large, crispy tortilla topped with various ingredients.
- •Chorizo is a spicy sausage that adds a rich flavor to many Mexican dishes.
- •Using black beans in this recipe provides a creamy texture and enhances the overall flavor profile.
- •Chihuahua cheese is commonly used in Mexican cuisine for its meltability and rich flavor.
