Spicy Chorizo Pizza Bake (Printer-Friendly)
Crusty base stacked with spicy chorizo, tangy sauce, and gooey mozzarella for an irresistible bite.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Base
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450 g pizza dough, store-bought or homemade, at room temperature
→ Sauce and Toppings
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240 ml thick tomato sauce, store-bought or homemade
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120-180 g shredded mozzarella cheese
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10 to 20 slices of cured or pre-cooked chorizo sausage, mild or spicy
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Olive oil, for brushing
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1 teaspoon dried oregano, optional
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
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Fresh basil leaves or parsley, for garnish, optional
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 245°C. Place pizza stone inside if using and allow it to heat fully.
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On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough to desired thickness. Place on a pizza peel if available, or transfer to parchment-lined or lightly greased baking sheet.
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Spread tomato sauce evenly over dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella over sauce. Arrange chorizo slices on top of cheese.
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Lightly brush crust edge with olive oil. Sprinkle dried oregano and garlic powder over pizza if using.
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Bake on pizza stone for 10–12 minutes or on baking sheet for 12–15 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly with light browning.
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Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley as desired. Slice into 8 pieces and serve immediately.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Ensure pizza dough is at room temperature for easy handling and rolling.
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Use a thick tomato sauce to prevent sogginess. Reduce by simmering if necessary.
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Opt for cured or pre-cooked chorizo slices for best results; avoid raw uncooked sausage.
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Adjust cheese quantity and add cheeses like cheddar or provolone for variation.