Pizza de Costela

Pizza de Costela is a delicious Brazilian pizza topped with tender, flavorful beef ribs, combining rich flavors and high protein content. This unique dish is perfect for meat lovers looking for a satisfying and hearty meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Beef short ribs - 300 grams, cooked and shredded
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• BBQ sauce - 50 grams
• Red onion - 1, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Top the sauce with the shredded beef short ribs, distributing them evenly.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the beef, followed by the sliced red onion and bell pepper.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the top and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains essential nutrients from beef and vegetables, promoting overall health.

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