The Crimson Kick Chorizo Feast

A bold, smoky blend of chorizo and crispy bacon topped with sharp cheddar and provolone, finished with a spicy Sriracha drizzle and fresh green onions.

The Crimson Kick Chorizo Feast

Ingredients

Sauce
Pizza Sauce
Cheese
ProvoloneCheddar
Protein
BaconChorizo
Toppings
Red OnionGreen Onion
Finishes
Sriracha

How to Make It

DoughA 48-hour cold-fermented sourdough or high-protein bread flour dough stretched to 12 inches with a medium-thick crust to support the heavy proteins.
SauceSpread a thin, even layer of classic herb-infused pizza sauce, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
  1. 1Pre-heat your oven with a pizza stone or steel at 500°F (260°C) for at least 45 minutes for maximum heat retention.
  2. 2Par-cook the chorizo and bacon in a skillet until about 70% done to remove excess fat and ensure they crisp perfectly on the pizza.
  3. 3Stretch the room-temperature dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a pizza peel lightly dusted with semolina.
  4. 4Apply the pizza sauce starting from the center and spiraling outward in a thin, even layer.
  5. 5Layer a 50/50 blend of shredded provolone and cheddar across the surface to provide both meltability and sharp flavor.
  6. 6Distribute the par-cooked chorizo, bacon bits, and thinly sliced red onions evenly over the cheese.
  7. 7Slide the pizza onto the hot stone and bake for 8-10 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
  8. 8Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for two minutes to allow the cheese to set.
  9. 9Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for a bright, herbal contrast.
  10. 10Drizzle Sriracha in a high-contrast zigzag pattern across the entire pizza just before serving.
Chef's Tip

To prevent the cheddar from becoming too oily, ensure it is freshly grated from a block rather than pre-shredded; this ensures a smoother melt and better texture when combined with the heavy proteins.