Xian Lamb Pizza

Xian Lamb Pizza is a fusion dish that combines the bold flavors of Xi'an's famous lamb dishes with the comforting appeal of pizza. The result is a high-protein, savory delight that is perfect for an adventurous meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Ground lamb - 300 grams
• Chinese five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a large bowl, mix the ground lamb with Chinese five-spice powder, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. In a skillet over medium heat, add sesame oil and sauté the marinated lamb mixture for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
5. Spread the sautéed lamb evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Top the lamb with sliced red onion, bell pepper, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Drizzle chili paste over the top of the pizza for added heat if desired.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro and chopped green onions before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 570
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from lamb, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains garlic and ginger, which have anti-inflammatory properties.

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