Hot and Sour Pizza

Hot and Sour Pizza combines the bold flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine with the comforting familiarity of pizza, creating a dish that is both zesty and satisfying. This unique recipe features a spicy sauce, fresh vegetables, and a whole wheat crust for a healthier twist.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Firm tofu, cubed - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper, sliced - 50 grams
• Green bell pepper, sliced - 50 grams
• Green onions, chopped - 30 grams
• Mushrooms, sliced - 50 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sriracha sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro, chopped (for garnish) - 10 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil to create a spicy sauce.
3. In another bowl, combine cornstarch and water to form a slurry, then add to the spicy sauce and mix well.
4. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
5. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Spread the spicy sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
7. Top the sauce with cubed tofu, sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and chopped green onions.
8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top.
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 let it cool slightly before slicing.
11. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in fiber from whole wheat dough and vegetables, aiding in digestion.

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