Kabocha Curry Pizza

Kabocha Curry Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the earthy sweetness of Japanese kabocha squash with aromatic curry spices, all on a crispy vegan pizza crust. This unique pizza offers a comforting and satisfying meal that's both nutritious and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Pizza Dough - 200g
• Kabocha Squash - 200g, cubed
• Coconut Milk - 100ml
• Red Curry Paste - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Spinach - 100g, fresh
• Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black Pepper - to taste
• Sesame Seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
3. Add garlic and ginger to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Stir in the kabocha squash and cook for 5 minutes, then add the red curry paste, mixing well.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and stir until combined. Let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the squash is tender.
6. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
8. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
9. Spread the kabocha curry mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
10. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added crunch.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro, and slice to serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Kabocha squash is rich in vitamins A and C, promoting good vision and immune health.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats that can support heart health and boost energy.

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