{"id":7317,"date":"2016-07-21T17:11:36","date_gmt":"2016-07-21T22:11:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=7317"},"modified":"2016-07-21T17:21:13","modified_gmt":"2016-07-21T22:21:13","slug":"chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/chicago-style-deep-dish-pizza\/","title":{"rendered":"The Magic of the Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza"},"content":{"rendered":"

There\u2019s no question that Chicago deep dish pizza is magical. The savory tomato sauce, the crispy crust, the endless variations of cheese, meat, and veggies to customize the undeniable pie.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sure, we all have our preferences <\/span>(mine is <\/em><\/span>Lou Malnati\u2019s<\/span><\/a><\/em>.<\/em> ?)<\/span>\u00a0But we can all come to a consensus that being a pizza connoisseur is a way of life, and understanding the art of the deep dish pizza should be well-studied and respected. <\/span>(<\/span><\/i> …or, at least, we <\/span>should <\/b><\/em>all feel this way.<\/span>)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

\"DeepPhoto Credit: <\/span><\/i>Lou Malnati’s<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

So, to truly become a part of the deep dish pizza connoisseur lifestyle, you must know the elements of this beautiful pie. <\/span>(Because it\u2019d be an absolute shame if you thought that there weren\u2019t major differences between Chicago & New York pizza.)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

The Crust<\/b><\/p>\n

Deep dish, Chicago-style pizza is made with thick crust, layered with an inch-thick of sauce, cheese, and toppings.
\n<\/span>New York-style pizza is made with a super thin crust.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Mobility<\/b><\/p>\n

Deep dish pizza isn\u2019t mobile. We get that New York is a busy city, so the <\/span>foldable <\/span><\/i>pizza makes sense. But, Chicago-style pizza is an awesome meal to wine and dine with, as it is definitely something you\u2019ll need a plate, fork, and knife to really enjoy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Toppings <\/b><\/p>\n

Inches of toppings can be added in a deep dish pizza since it\u2019s prepared in a deep pan, optimal for layering.
\n<\/span>New York-style pizza is limited to light toppings that can stay put on a thin layer of cheese.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Cheese<\/b><\/p>\n

Due to its layering abilities, there can be as many cheeses as you desire in a deep dish pizza.
\n<\/span>New York-style pizza is typically made with just mozzarella cheese. <\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Oil<\/b><\/p>\n

Chicago-style, deep dish pizza is made on the drier side, emphasizing the flavors of the tomato sauce rather than the oil.
\n<\/span>New York-style pizza is known to be wetter pizza, dripping of oil.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

And there you have it. So if someone tests your Chicago versus New York pizza knowledge, you\u2019ll be prepared. <\/span>(You\u2019re welcome.)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

And just in case you need a little help figuring out the best way to eat your Chicago-style pizza, here\u2019s a handy guide,<\/span> thanks to the <\/span>Taste of Chicago<\/span><\/a>, on how to eat a deep-dish the right way. Enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n