Dan Dan Noodle Pizza

Dan Dan Noodle Pizza is a creative fusion that combines the bold flavors of traditional Sichuan Dan Dan noodles with a crispy pizza crust. Topped with a spicy, savory sauce, fresh vegetables, and a sprinkle of crushed peanuts, this dish delivers a satisfying and healthy twist on pizza.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Ground turkey or chicken - 150 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Sichuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili oil - 1 tablespoon
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Cucumber, thinly sliced - 100 grams
• Carrots, julienned - 50 grams
• Crushed peanuts - 30 grams
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant.
3. Add ground turkey or chicken, cook until browned, then add soy sauce, Sichuan peppercorns, chili oil, and peanut butter. Stir to combine and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
5. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Spread the ground meat mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle with rice vinegar.
9. Top with sliced cucumber, julienned carrots, chopped green onions, crushed peanuts, and fresh cilantro.
10. Slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from lean turkey or chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Whole wheat crust provides fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting fullness.

Tags