Welcome to another delightful fusion recipe—Crispy Mexican Pizzas! Combining the crispy goodness of pizza with the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine, this recipe is a quick, easy-to-make meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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For the Pulled Pork:
6–7 lb pork shoulder roast, bone-in
1 tbsp achiote paste (found in the Mexican aisle)
1 tbsp Tajín Mexican seasoning
½ lime, squeezed
1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
1 ½ – 2 cups water
For the Pickled Red Onions:
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1 ½ tsp salt
For the Salsa Verde:
6 tomatillos, husks removed
1 yellow onion, quartered
1 jalapeño, seeded
¼ cup water
1 tsp sugar
Other Ingredients:
12 tbsp prepared bean dip
8 oz Monterey Jack cheese, grated
¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
¼ cup cilantro, chopped
12 mini flour tortillas (street taco size)
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Pulled Pork
Massage the achiote paste mixed with lime juice over the pork roast. Season generously with Tajín seasoning. Place in a crockpot along with the chopped onion and water. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the meat is fork-tender. Once cooled, shred the pork, reserving 1-2 cups for the pizzas. (The rest can be stored for another meal, like burritos.)
Step 2: Making the Pickled Red Onions
While the pork cooks, prepare your pickled onions. In a medium bowl, mix together the vinegar, sugar, and salt. Add the thinly sliced onions, making sure they’re submerged in the liquid. Stir every 15 minutes for 1 hour, ensuring all the onions are well-pickled.
Step 3: Preparing the Salsa Verde
Preheat your broiler and place the tomatillos, onion, and jalapeño on a baking sheet. Broil until charred, then blend with water and sugar until smooth. This salsa verde adds a fresh, tangy kick to the pizzas.
Step 4: Assembling the Crispy Mexican Pizzas
Microwave the flour tortillas to firm them up. Place two tortillas between paper towels and microwave for 1 minute. Once firm, spread each tortilla with 1 tablespoon of bean dip. Add 1 tablespoon of shredded pork and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Place under the broiler until the cheese melts.
Step 5: Garnishing and Serving
Remove the pizzas from the broiler and garnish with pickled red onions, salsa verde, cotija cheese, and chopped cilantro for a fresh finish. Serve immediately!
Notes
Make it Spicy: Add a drizzle of hot sauce or some chopped jalapeños for an extra kick.
Substitutions: If you’re looking for a vegetarian option, replace the pork with black beans or sautéed mushrooms.
Tortilla Alternatives: Want to keep things gluten-free? Use corn tortillas instead of flour.
