Detroit Style Pizza with Jerk Chicken
Recipe Overview
Overview
Detroit Style Pizza is a delightful culinary experience that combines the best of both worlds: a thick, crispy crust and a variety of flavorful toppings. The unique aspect of this pizza is its crispy cheese edges, which are achieved by allowing cheese to caramelize against the sides of the pan during baking. This technique not only enhances the flavor but also adds a satisfying crunch to each bite.
One of the standout toppings is jerk chicken, which infuses the pizza with a spicy, smoky flavor that is reminiscent of Caribbean cuisine. The combination of the savory chicken with the rich, gooey cheese creates a mouthwatering experience that is hard to resist. The use of double O flour in the dough gives it a soft texture that complements the crispy crust perfectly.
As you take a bite, the umami flavor from the cheese and the spices from the jerk chicken come together beautifully, making this pizza not just a meal, but a celebration of flavors. Whether you’re enjoying it at a casual gathering or as a special treat, Detroit Style Pizza is sure to impress with its unique character and delicious taste.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Mix double O flour with water to create a soft dough.
Tip: Use double O flour for a thinner, softer dough.
Turn the dough over to proof it.
Tip: Gently stretch the dough to avoid tearing.
Gently stretch the proofed dough.
Add cheddar jack cheese to the dough.
Add mozzarella cheese on top for extra flavor.
Marinate beef with seasoning and Scotch bonnet for 48 hours.
Tip: Start baking the pizza on the bottom rack for better crispiness.
Place the pizza in a 650° oven on the bottom rack.
After 4 minutes, move the pizza to the top rack for 2 more minutes.
Tip: Listen for a crunch when cutting the pizza to ensure the bottom is crispy.
Spread house-made tomato sauce on top of the hot pizza.
Tip: Use piping hot sauce on the pizza to warm it up without preheating.
Garnish the pizza with parsley for color.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Nutrition
Skill Level
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Detroit Style Pizza is known for its thick, crispy crust and unique cheese edges.
- •The pizza is traditionally baked in a rectangular pan, giving it a distinct shape.
- •Jerk chicken adds a Caribbean twist to the classic Detroit Style Pizza.
- •Using double O flour creates a softer dough that is ideal for pizza.
