Five Spice Beef Pizza

Five Spice Beef Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the rich flavors of Chinese five spice with a hearty beef topping on a crispy pizza base. This high-protein meal is perfect for satisfying your cravings and exploring unique culinary combinations.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Chinese five spice powder - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Red bell pepper - 1 small, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in Chinese five spice powder, soy sauce, and chili flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is well coated and flavors meld together. Remove from heat.
5. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
6. Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Top with sliced red bell pepper and shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Drizzle sesame oil over the top and sprinkle chopped green onions.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains antioxidants from garlic and ginger, which may boost the immune system.

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