Curry Udon Pizza

Curry Udon Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the comforting textures of udon noodles with the rich flavors of Japanese curry, all topped on a crispy pizza crust. This healthy twist is perfect for those looking to enjoy a unique and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Udon noodles - 200 grams
• Whole wheat pizza dough - 1 pre-made (about 250 grams)
• Japanese curry roux - 50 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Chicken breast, diced - 100 grams
• Bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
• Onion, sliced - 1 medium
• Spinach - 50 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Green onions, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the udon noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat, add diced chicken, and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add sliced onion and bell pepper to the pan and sauté until they soften, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add water to the pan and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and add the Japanese curry roux, stirring until dissolved and thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the cooked udon noodles and spinach, mixing well to combine. Remove from heat.
6. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
7. Spread the whole wheat pizza dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone to form a pizza base.
8. Distribute the udon curry mixture evenly over the pizza crust, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken and mozzarella cheese.
• Provides dietary fiber from whole wheat dough and vegetables.

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