The culinary world is forever expanding, and new ideas can sometimes lead to wonderful surprises. Pickle pie pizza, the latest culinary craze to take foogies by storm is a seemingly odd mix of traditional pizza comfort with zesty pickles. The unconventional creation has piqued the curiosity of pizza purists and adventurous eaters both in equal measure to spur a healthy mumcha debate. So what is pickle pie pizza and why are people so crazy about it?
The History Of The Pickle Pie Pizza Recipe: The Fusion Nobody Was Expecting
So before we even get to what pickle pie pizza is, it’s important that you know where its two main ingredients come from. Pizza, a Neapolitan invention that started off as humble flatbreads slathered with regional ingredients to one of the most recognisable global food fads in observed history. With that said, pickles themselves — cucumbers which have been preserved in vinegar and spices -have long been a part of many culture. While a mash-up of both might sound bizarre, contrasting meaty and tangy notes in the same bite is not exactly an innovative idea.
Flavor Profile:
Pickle pie pizza is a little quizzical at first, but it really works. The salty, acidic pickles are the perfect accompaniment to those luscious cheese and sweet sauce. Ranch dressing, a common dip for pickles is used which adds creaminess that makes the dish a cohesive hybrid. The perfect blend of flavors in every bite, it will be an experience never to forget!
More heat comes with an optional add-in: jalapeños, or various hot sauces like sriracha which bring another dimension of tanginess to the already-tangy pie. And some recipes go as far a dab of dill or other herbs to brighten the fresh flavor.
Makes Pickle Pie Pizza at Home:
Pick for those who want to take a whack at the pickle pie pizza, it is actually pretty easy and can be an enjoyable group activity! In addition, there are loads of premade keto bread recipes online that I’ve tested and that can work for a variety of applications.
Ingredients:
For The Crust:
1 store bought or homemade pizza dough
For The Toppings:
1 cup pizza sauce
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup dill pickles, sliced
1/2 cup ranch (certainly optional)
Garlic powder, to taste
Fresh dill, or other herbs of choice for garnish.
Instructions:
Start by Preheating the Oven: You will first want to preheat your oven based upon the instructions on your pizza dough package (usually around 475°F [245°C]).
Making the Crust: Roll your pizza dough onto a well-floured surface (the flour keeps it from mushing up). Add to a pizza stone or a lined baking sheet.
Sauce and Cheese — Layer crust with pizza sauce followed by mozzarella cheese.
Add the Pickles: Spread pickled roundels evenly over cheese.
Season: Sprinkle garlic powder on top to taste.
Bake: Slide the pizza into the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until crust is golden with bubbling cheese.
Drizzle w/ Ranch: After baking, top the pizza with ranch dressing if using and sprinkle w/ fresh herbs.
Slice and Serve: Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Smash that delicious fusion of flavours together!
