Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
10 unit

chorizo

removed from casing

14.5 unit

diced tomatoes

drained

1 pound

fresh pizza dough

room temperature

1 cup

Monterey Jack cheese

shredded

1 cup

Cotija cheese

crumbled

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

Step 2
~2 min

Lightly grease a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~2 min

Heat a skillet over medium heat.

Step 4
~2 min

Add chorizo to the skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook chorizo, gently breaking it up after a couple minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Allow chorizo to bubble, stirring infrequently, until most of the bubbles have stopped and sausage is firm.

Step 7
~2 min

Remove chorizo from heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Place diced tomatoes into a bowl.

Step 9
~2 min

Break tomatoes into smaller pieces with the back of a fork, if desired.

Step 10
~2 min

Divide pizza dough into 16 small pieces.

Step 11
~2 min

Flatten each piece into a small circle.

Step 12
~2 min

Place each dough circle on the prepared baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~2 min

Divide tomatoes evenly among the dough circles.

Step 14
~2 min

Divide cooked chorizo evenly among the dough circles.

Step 15
~2 min

Top each circle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 16
~2 min

Top each circle with crumbled Cotija cheese.

Step 17
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven until dough is golden brown and cheese has melted, 8 to 15 minutes.

Step 18
~2 min

Check after 8 minutes to ensure chorizo is not burning.

Step 19
~2 min

Remove from oven.

Step 20
~2 min

Top with minced cilantro leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.

Add other toppings like olives or peppers.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of salsa or guacamole.

Serve warm

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico/Italy

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine representing both Mexican and Italian flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Fiesta

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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