Pizza con Peperoncino

Pizza con Peperoncino is a spicy Italian pizza that combines the rich flavors of tomato and mozzarella with a fiery kick from fresh chili peppers. This Halal dish is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Fresh mozzarella cheese - 150 grams
• Fresh red chili peppers - 2 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the dough.
5. Tear the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and distribute them evenly on top of the sauce.
6. Sprinkle the sliced chili peppers over the cheese.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and season with oregano, salt, and black pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which may boost metabolism and promote weight loss.
• Fresh basil has anti-inflammatory properties and is rich in antioxidants.

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