Char Siu Pizza

Char Siu Pizza combines the sweet, savory flavors of traditional Chinese barbecued pork with the comforting, crispy goodness of pizza. This unique dish offers a delightful fusion experience while being high in protein.

Ingredients

• pizza dough - 250 grams
• char siu (Chinese BBQ pork) - 150 grams, sliced
• mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• hoisin sauce - 2 tablespoons
• soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• green onions - 2, thinly sliced
• red bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• black sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon

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-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread hoisin sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Layer the sliced char siu evenly over the hoisin sauce.
6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the char siu.
7. Add the sliced red bell pepper and green onions over the cheese.
8. Drizzle sesame oil over the toppings to enhance the flavor.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro and black sesame seeds before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from vegetables like bell peppers and green onions.

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