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Close-up of a quesabirria pizza topped with shredded beef, fresh cilantro, diced onions, and an orange sauce drizzle, served with lime wedges.

Quesabirria Pizza

Charlotte
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8 Slices
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Birria Beef:

  • 2 lbs chuck roast, short ribs, or beef shank
  • 4 dried guajillo chillies
  • 2 dried ancho chillies
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Consommé Sauce:

  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika

For the Pizza Base:

  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese or Oaxaca cheese
  • 1 cup shredded birria beef
  • 1 tbsp consommé sauce (for spreading)

Optional Toppings:

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Diced onions
  • Lime wedges
  • Sliced jalapeños

Instructions
 

Prepare the Birria Beef:

  • Soak the dried guajillo and ancho chillies in hot water for 10 minutes until softened.
  • In a blender, combine the softened chillies, garlic, onion, bay leaves, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  • Coat the beef with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • In a Dutch oven or slow cooker, add the marinated beef and enough water or broth to cover it. Slow-cook on low for 3–4 hours until the meat is tender and shreddable.

Make the Consommé Sauce:

  • Remove the cooked beef from the pot and shred it.
  • Strain the cooking liquid to remove solids, creating a rich consommé sauce for dipping.

Assemble the Pizza:

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired size and thickness.
  • Spread a thin layer of consommé sauce over the dough instead of traditional pizza sauce.
  • Top with shredded birria beef and mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese.

Bake the Pizza:

  • Place the pizza on a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12–15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Serve:

  • Slice the pizza and serve it with a side of warm consommé for dipping.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced onions, lime wedges, and jalapeños if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal
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