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Tortilla Crust Pizza A Crispy, Cheesy Weeknight Game Changer
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The Ultimate Tortilla Crust Pizza: A Crispy, Cheesy Weeknight Game Changer

Enter the Tortilla Crust Pizza. This isn’t your average thin crust hack; by slicing tortillas into strips and binding them with a savory egg mixture, you create a base that is remarkably sturdy, slightly chewy, and perfectly crisp on the edges.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • The Tortilla Ribbon Base:
  • 5 Large Flour Tortillas Burrito-sized
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 2 oz 60g Smoked Turkey (chopped)
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese for the binder
  • The Mediterranean Pizza Sauce:
  • 1 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1-2 tbsp Water to thin
  • Seasoning: Dried Oregano Salt, and a pinch of Dried Mint
  • The Toppings:
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese for the top
  • ½ cup Sliced Sausage Pepperoni or Italian style

Instructions

  • Slice the Tortilla "Ribbons"
  • Stack & Roll: Stack the 5 tortillas and roll them tightly into a cylinder.
  • Cut: Slice the roll into ½-inch wide strips. Place the ribbons in a large bowl and fluff them to separate the layers.
  • Create the Egg Binder
  • Combine: Add the 4 eggs, chopped smoked turkey, and 1 cup of mozzarella to the bowl with the tortilla ribbons.
  • Coat: Toss thoroughly until every strand is evenly coated in the egg mixture. This acts as the "glue" for your crust.
  • Form the Crust
  • Press: Grease a 9-10 inch round baking pan. Transfer the tortilla mixture into the pan and press down firmly with a spatula to create a flat, solid surface.
  • Seal: Ensure there are no large gaps so the eggs can set into a unified base.
  • Mix and Spread the Sauce
  • Whisk: In a small bowl, whisk the tomato paste, water, oregano, salt, and dried mint until smooth but thick.
  • Apply: Dollop the sauce over the base and spread gently, leaving a small margin for the "crust" at the edges.
  • Top and Bake
  • Layer: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the sauce and arrange the sliced sausage on top.
  • Cook: Bake in a preheated oven at 340°F (170°C) for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the tortilla edges are crisp and golden.
  • Rest and Slice
  • Set: Allow the pizza to rest for 3–5 minutes before cutting. This helps the egg structure firm up for clean, triangular wedges.