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Mexican Pizza and Volver

Savor the Bright Flavors of Mexican Pizza Volver Tonight

This Mexican Pizza recipe features spicy chorizo and cilantro pesto, perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to please a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cilantro Pesto
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitution: parsley for a milder taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Substitution: lemon juice works nicely.
  • 1 each Jalapeño Remove seeds for a milder version if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use sea salt as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts Substitution: walnuts or pecans are great alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Cotija Cheese Substitution: feta cheese can be used instead.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitution: avocado oil can also add flavor.
Pizza Base
  • 1 each Prepared Pizza Dough Use store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Substitution: provolone or Monterey Jack will work too.
  • 1/2 pound Chorizo Substitution: ground beef or turkey for a less spicy option.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Substitution: Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Leaves
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Pine Nuts

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • skillet
  • Sheet Pan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to achieve that beautifully crispy crust.
  2. In a food processor, blend cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, kosher salt, toasted pine nuts, and cotija cheese. Gradually drizzle in olive oil until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
  3. Cook chorizo in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  4. Grease a 9"x12" sheet pan with olive oil. Roll prepared pizza dough into a rectangular shape and place it into the greased pan.
  5. Spread cilantro pesto over the dough, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese, followed by the cooked chorizo and additional cotija cheese.
  6. Bake for 10-14 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes, then garnish with sour cream, cotija, cilantro leaves, and toasted pine nuts.
  8. Slice the pizza into squares or wedges and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Pay attention to bake time to avoid burnt crust. Customize heat by adjusting jalapeño seeds.

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