Vegetable Bao Pizza

Vegetable Bao Pizza combines the fluffy texture of bao dough with a savory medley of fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, all topped with melted cheese. This unique dish offers a delightful fusion of Chinese and Italian flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Instant yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 10 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Zucchini - 50 grams, diced
• Green onions - 30 grams, chopped
• Soy sauce - 15 ml
• Sesame oil - 5 ml
• Mozzarella cheese - 100 grams, shredded
• Chili flakes - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and instant yeast, and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the vegetable filling. In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat and sauté the carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini for about 5 minutes until tender. Stir in the green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
5. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion into a round shape, about 15 cm in diameter.
7. Place the vegetable filling in the center of each dough round and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to create a sealed pocket, then flatten gently to form a pizza shape.
8. Transfer the pizzas to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of colorful veggies.

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