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Birria Pizza Recipe

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This Birria Pizza recipe combines the rich, savory flavors of traditional birria stew with a crispy, cheesy pizza crust. The pizza features tender birria meat, melty cheese, and optional jalapeño slices for a spicy kick, baked to perfection in a hot oven. Served with a side of birria consomé broth for dipping, this dish is a delicious fusion of Mexican and American culinary styles, perfect for a hearty main course.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Pizza:

  • 1 pound pizza dough, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 3/4 cup birria consomé stew broth, plus more for serving
  • 1 cup birria meat (prepared separately)
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese (Oaxaca, Pepperjack, Monterey Jack, Mozzarella, Mexican blend, or other melty cheese)
  • 1-2 jalapeño peppers, sliced (optional)

For Garnish:

  • Red pepper flakes
  • Hot sauce
  • Fresh chopped herbs
  • Lime slices or wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) to ensure it is hot enough to bake the pizza to a crispy, golden perfection.
  2. Prepare the Pan: Spread the cornmeal evenly on a lightly oiled baking sheet, pizza pan, or cast iron pan. This will prevent sticking and add a pleasant texture to the bottom crust.
  3. Shape the Dough: Hand roll and carefully stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch round crust. Place the shaped dough onto the prepared pan with cornmeal.
  4. Par-bake the Crust: Bake the dough in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until it is partially cooked. This step prevents a soggy crust when you add toppings.
  5. Add Toppings: Remove the par-baked crust from the oven. Layer the birria consomé (sauce) first, followed by the birria meat, then sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top, and optionally add jalapeño slices for a spicy touch.
  6. Bake the Pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until the crust is browned and crispy and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Slice the pizza, garnish with red pepper flakes, hot sauce, fresh chopped herbs, and lime wedges as desired. Serve with additional birria consomé broth for dipping to enhance the flavor experience.

Notes

  • Birria meat and consomé should be prepared ahead of time; see a dedicated birria recipe for details.
  • Using a cast iron pan helps achieve a crispier crust but a baking sheet or pizza pan works as well.
  • Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level or omit to keep it mild.
  • Feel free to experiment with different melty cheeses to customize flavor.
  • Par-baking the crust is crucial for preventing sogginess from the consomé and toppings.

Find it online: https://cookingwithsarah.com/birria-pizza-recipe/