Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese
- ¾ cup of almond flour
- ½ teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon of oregano
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 beaten egg at room temperature
- Cooking spray
- For the topping:
- 2 ounces of crumbled Mexican chorizo
- ½ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup of salsa
- 1 tablespoon of diced onion
- 2 tablespoons of cilantro leaves for garnish
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for that perfect pizza bake. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese and cream cheese, heating until beautifully melted, typically about 1 1/2 minutes. Give it a good stir. Mix in the almond flour, a pinch of salt, fragrant oregano, garlic powder, and a dash of black pepper. Get your hands in there to form a cohesive dough. Once blended, add the beaten egg and stir until everything is wonderfully combined.
Step 2
Prepare 2 large pieces of parchment paper by giving them a light spray of non-stick magic. Place the dough on one sheet and cover it with the other. Using either your hands or a trusty rolling pin, shape the dough into a delightful 10-inch round. Peel off the top parchment paper and transfer the dough, still on the bottom sheet, onto a baking sheet. Remember to poke the dough all over with a fork to keep it from puffing up during baking.
Step 3
Slide the pizza creation into the awaiting oven and let it bake until the bottom takes on a lovely golden hue, usually around 12 to 17 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, in another microwave-safe bowl, heat up some chorizo by covering it with a paper towel and microwaving in three 1-minute intervals, stirring each time.
Step 5
Once the pizza crust is ready, take it out of the oven and sprinkle on 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, the flavorful chorizo, some salsa, and sliced onions. Pop it back into the oven and let the cheese melt into gooey perfection, typically in 4 to 6 minutes. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro leaves for that final touch.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Keep your chorizo fresh by storing it in a ziplock bag in the refrigerator. This will help preserve its flavor and quality for longer.
- 2. To prevent your salsa from getting watery, drain the excess liquid from the tomatoes before mixing them with the other ingredients. This will ensure a thicker and more flavorful salsa.
