Although we love our creative BBQ pizza offerings, we couldn’t serve pizza in Salem, NH, without offering an absolute classic: pepperoni. Year after year, pepperoni claims the top spot in surveys of the country’s favorite pizza toppings. So why do we love pepperoni pizza so much? Some of it’s familiarity and nostalgia, but there are plenty of other reasons to love pepperoni, especially on our pizzas.
We couldn’t leave America’s favorite topping off our pizza in Salem, NH. Here are some top reasons why we love pepperoni.
The Perfect Flavor and Texture
Pizza toppings have to have the right flavor and texture to balance the other ingredients of the pizza. Pepperoni fits the bill perfectly. It’s savory and salty, which complements the sweet acidity of tomato sauce and the mild creamy flavor of mozzarella. The texture also blends well with the gooey cheese and chewy crust. When cooked, pepperoni gets crispy, adding just enough crunch to the pizza’s texture blend.
It Goes with Everything
While we may have a favorite single topping, most of our favorite pizzas have a combination of toppings. Pepperoni goes with nearly everything, whether it’s mushrooms, onions, or other meats like sausage or bacon. Because it’s salty and a little bit spicy, it pairs wonderfully with other toppings that are slightly sweet or earthy. If you want a multi-topping pizza, you can’t go wrong with starting the list with pepperoni.
You’ll Find It Everywhere
Because pepperoni is so popular, you can find it everywhere. You’d be hard-pressed to find any restaurant that serves pizza that doesn’t have pepperoni on the menu. Frankly, we don’t think anyone would dare open a pizza restaurant of any description that didn’t have pepperoni on the menu. From nationwide chains to mom-and-pop shops to gourmet offerings, they all have to have pepperoni.
Enjoy Pizza in Salem, NH, at Border Brewery & BBQ!
At Border Brewery & BBQ, we’re beyond excited to now have wood-fired pizzas on our menu! Whether you love traditional pepperoni or prefer to get adventurous with something like jerk chicken, we have a pizza for you. We bring the best of barbecue and the best of pizza together, sometimes on the same plate!
