Emergency Pizza: A Quick and Delicious Tortilla Hack

Sometimes, cravings strike when you’re short on time or ingredients, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a satisfying slice of pizza! 

With just a tortilla, some tomato ketchup, a pinch of Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, you can whip up an emergency pizza in two minutes using a microwave. Here’s how to do it:

Ingredients:

1 tortilla (any size will do, but larger ones are best)

2-3 tablespoons of tomato ketchup

A pinch of Italian seasoning (or dried oregano and basil if you have them)

A handful of shredded mozzarella cheese

Method:

1. Prepare Your Base:

Place your tortilla on a microwave-safe plate. Spread a thin, even layer of tomato ketchup over the surface, stopping just before the edges to mimic a pizza crust. If the tortilla is a little dry, spread a layer of olive oil over it.

2. Season It:

Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over the ketchup. This step gives your emergency pizza a more authentic pizza flavour with minimal effort.

3. Cheese It Up:

Scatter a generous handful of mozzarella cheese over the top. If you have other toppings like olives, sliced peppers, or leftover cooked meat, you can add those too!

4. Microwave Magic:

Pop the plate into the microwave and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 minutes. Keep an eye on it to ensure the cheese melts fully but doesn’t overcook.

5. Cool and Enjoy:

Carefully remove the plate (it’ll be hot!) and let the pizza cool for a minute or two before slicing or folding it into a wrap.

Tips for Success:

If you prefer a crispier base, you can briefly toast the tortilla in a dry frying pan before adding your toppings.

For extra flavour, drizzle some olive oil or add a dash of garlic powder to the ketchup.

Experiment with whatever you have in the fridge — this recipe is a blank canvas for creativity.

Why This Works:

The tortilla provides a thin, crispy base that mimics a classic pizza crust. Ketchup, while unconventional, gives a tangy tomato flavour, and the melted mozzarella ties it all together with its gooey, cheesy goodness. The microwave ensures everything comes together in a flash, perfect for late-night cravings or a quick snack.

So next time you’re in a pinch, grab a tortilla and turn your kitchen into a pizzeria in under 5 minutes. Simple, speedy, and surprisingly satisfying — emergency pizza to the rescue!

I made this at work today and thought: "I really must share my recipe for emergency pizza!" So here it is. I'm sorry, I don't have a photograph because I ate t before I thought about writing this post. 

Make your very own easy-peasy Italian-Mexican-Indian-British tortilla wrap in minutes!

You too can make your very own easy-peasy Italian-Mexican-Indian-British tortilla wrap in minutes! And I'm going to tell you how.

First, take a tortilla wrap and oil it with ghee, butter or vegetable margarine, olive oil, or rapeseed oil. In fact Borderfield's British Rapeseed oils are excellent for this. Especially their delicious spray oils. Trust me. You won't know how you coped before you buy Borderfields!

Spread it with humus or a similar paste.

Next spread a thin level of tomato puree or tomato sauce over it.

Then shred ham, chicken, any other type of cooked meat that takes your fancy, or a vegetarian alternative. Squeaky Bean products are ideal.

Next add a good layer of grated or sliced cheese dairy or otherwise, it really is up to you.

Sprinkle with cumin, turmeric, a little bit of salt, a good deal of pepper (ground black is awesome!) and some Italian seasoning.

Roll it up tightly and then microwave it for two to three minutes.

It'll be piping hot, as they say, so whatever you do, don't burn your mouth on it! 

You are then the owner of an Italian-Mexican-Indian-British feast on a plate. Enjoy it!

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