Smoky Carolina Reverse BBQ Pizza

Smoky Carolina Reverse BBQ Pizza

Discover the perfect blend of North Carolina barbecue and Italian cuisine in this smoky, savory reversed pizza recipe.

Time: Prep: 30 min | Cook: 7-9 min | Total: 40 min
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: American, Barbecue

Allergens

Wheat (Gluten), Dairy, Soy (Barbecue Sauce)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh pizza dough
  • 2 cups Carolina pulled pork
  • 1 cup tangy coleslaw
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your outdoor grill or smoker for indirect cooking at 400°F (205°C).
  2. Place the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and roll it out into a 14 inch circle.
  3. Transfer the dough to a parchment lined pizza peel dusted with flour.
  4. Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border for the crust.
  5. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  6. Evenly distribute the pulled pork on the cheese layer.
  7. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese.
  8. Top with coleslaw, making sure it's evenly distributed.
  9. Drizzle melted butter over the pizza and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Slide the pizza onto the preheated grill or smoker and cook for 7 9 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  11. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and slice into 6 pieces.

Chef’s Insight

The reverse pizza technique is inspired by the traditional Italian pizza, but with a twist of smoky Carolina flavor, creating an unforgettable dining experience.

Notes

The key to a perfect BBQ Smokehouse Dinner is the balance of flavors - smoky and tangy with just the right amount of sweetness from the barbecue sauce.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe was created as a tribute to North Carolina's barbecue tradition and combined with the classic Italian pizza.