Let's Make Birria Pizza
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Overview
Birria Pizza is a fantastic twist on the classic pizza, combining the rich flavors of birria with the comfort of cheesy goodness. The recipe starts with a simple pizza dough, which can be homemade or store-bought, making it accessible for any home cook. The key is to roll out the dough to about 12 inches and par-cook it briefly to ensure a crispy base.
Once the crust is ready, the real fun begins with the toppings. The leftover birria is spread generously over the crust, followed by a mix of cheeses that melt beautifully in the oven. The addition of jalapeños adds a spicy kick, but feel free to customize with your favorite toppings. The result is a pizza that is not only delicious but also a great way to use up leftovers.
After baking for about 12 minutes, the pizza emerges golden and bubbling, ready to be enjoyed. This dish is perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy night in, and it’s sure to become a new favorite in your household. Don’t forget to serve it with extra birria consommé for dipping, enhancing the flavor experience even more.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Roll out the pizza dough to about 12 inches.
Tip: Preheat the pizza stone for a better crust.
Parcook the crust in the oven at 450°F for about 5 minutes.
Add a little cornmeal to the crust.
Spread about 3/4 cup of leftover birria consomé on the crust.
Tip: Reduce the birria consomé over heat to thicken it.
Tip: Whisk in flour and simmer to thicken the consomé.
Spread about 1 cup of birria meat evenly over the sauce.
Add a mix of cheeses and jalapeños on top.
Tip: Use a mix of melty cheeses for better flavor.
Tip: Roast or pickle jalapeños for added flavor.
Bake the pizza in the oven at 450°F for about 12 minutes.
Serve the pizza with extra consomé for dipping.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Almond Milk Cheese
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Pizza Dough
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Birria is a traditional Mexican dish made with slow-cooked meat, often served in a stew or as tacos.
- •Using leftover birria for pizza is a creative way to repurpose food and reduce waste.
- •The combination of cheeses like mozzarella, cheddar, and pepper jack adds a rich flavor to the pizza.
- •Par-cooking the pizza crust helps prevent it from becoming soggy when topped with sauce and meat.
