Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup barbacoa sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and shredded barbacoa beef
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Rolling pin
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Spread the barbacoa sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5. Add the cooked and shredded barbacoa beef on top of the cheese.
6. Sprinkle the diced red onion over the beef.
7. Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top.
9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
Serving size:
This recipe makes one 12-inch pizza, serving 2-4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 49g
Protein: 22g
Sodium: 990mg
Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pizza dough: You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough.
- Barbacoa sauce: You can use any type of barbecue sauce or salsa.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: You can use any type of cheese you like, such as cheddar or pepper jack.
- Barbacoa beef: You can use any type of cooked and shredded meat, such as chicken or pork.
- Red onion: You can use any type of onion or omit it altogether.
- Cilantro: You can use parsley or basil instead.
Variations:
- Vegetarian: Omit the barbacoa beef and add sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and/or olives.
- Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the pizza.
- Hawaiian: Add sliced ham and pineapple to the pizza.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet before baking the pizza.
- Use a rolling pin to roll out the pizza dough evenly.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings, as this can make it soggy.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the pizza, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza stone.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle extra chopped cilantro or red pepper flakes over the top of the pizza before serving.
Pairings:
Serve the pizza with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try baking the pizza for a few more minutes.
- If the pizza is too soggy, try using less sauce and toppings next time.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the barbacoa beef to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before using it on the pizza.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Pizza originated in Italy and has since become a popular dish worldwide. Barbacoa is a traditional Mexican method of cooking meat, usually beef, over an open fire or in a pit.
Flavor profiles:
This pizza has a spicy and smoky flavor from the barbacoa sauce and beef, balanced by the sweetness of the red onion and the freshness of the cilantro.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven, with a cold beverage like beer or soda.
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