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Cuban Pizza Recipe

Craving an authentic Cuban pizza experience? This recipe delivers a delicious, customizable pizza with a rich, low-sodium sauce that's perfect for a family meal or a fun night in. Borrowed and tweaked for amazing flavor, this recipe lets you control the spice level and toppings. Make a large batch of sauce and freeze for future pizza nights! Get ready to experience the most flavorful homemade pizza you've ever tasted!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 120.7 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cuban Pizza

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How to Make Cuban Pizza

  1. Sauté 1 large chopped onion in 2 tablespoons olive oil for 4 minutes over medium-high heat. Add more oil if needed.
  2. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 3 more minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 2 (24 ounce) cans tomato sauce, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and salt to taste.
  4. Simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 30 minutes, or until thickened, stirring frequently to prevent splattering.
  5. (Optional, for a more authentic Latin taste): In a separate saucepan, make a roux. Sauté 2 tablespoons of flour in 2 teaspoons butter until lightly golden.
  6. (Optional): Add 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional), 2 tablespoons beef broth (optional), and brown sugar to taste.
  7. (Optional): Simmer the roux mixture over medium-low heat until thickened.
  8. (Optional): Gradually stir the roux mixture into the main pizza sauce to taste.
  9. Lightly spray olive oil on the tops of your pizza crusts.
  10. Add about 1/2 cup of sauce to each pizza crust.
  11. Sprinkle 1 cup crumbled Cojita cheese and 1 cup of other shredded cheeses (mozzarella, provolone, etc.) over the sauce.
  12. Add your desired toppings (pepperoni, Canadian bacon, etc.).
  13. Top with more cheese.
  14. Bake according to the instructions for your pizza crust.
  15. Enjoy your delicious Cuban Pizza!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

25g

Carbs

1g

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