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Chorizo Pizza

This Chorizo Pizza is a flavor explosion! Homemade crust topped with spicy chorizo, caramelized onions, and fresh ingredients—perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Crust:
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 teaspoons yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Pizza Toppings:
  • 8 ounces Mexican chorizo crumbled and fried
  • 1 large yellow onion cut in half and thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter for caramelizing onions
  • 3/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 large Roma tomato diced
  • 8 ounces Queso Fresco crumbled or diced
  • 1/3 cup roasted red peppers diced
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Build Chorizo Pizza Step by Step
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Pizza Dough. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. This means your yeast is active!
  2. Step 2: Mix in Dry Ingredients. Add salt, flour, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until it begins to come together, then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Let the Dough Rise. Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Step 4: Caramelize the Onions. While the dough is rising, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Prepare the Chorizo. In a separate skillet, crumble and fry the chorizo over medium heat until it’s fully cooked and crispy. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
  6. Step 6: Preheat the Oven. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for a crispy crust.
  7. Step 7: Roll Out the Dough. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
  8. Step 8: Assemble the Pizza. Spread the tomato sauce mixed with oregano over the crust. Layer on the caramelized onions, cooked chorizo, diced Roma tomato, Queso Fresco, roasted red peppers, and black olives.
  9. Step 9: Bake the Pizza. Place the assembled pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  10. Step 10: Garnish and Serve. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh cilantro on top. Slice and enjoy your delicious Chorizo Pizza!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes for crispy texture.
  • You can freeze the pizza before baking; it lasts up to 3 months.