Kushiyaki Pizza

Kushiyaki Pizza combines the rich flavors of grilled skewered meats and vegetables on a traditional pizza base, creating a unique fusion dish that celebrates Japanese cuisine. Each bite is a delightful mix of savory toppings, melty cheese, and a hint of umami, perfect for protein lovers.

Kushiyaki Pizza
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
550 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pizza dough - 200 grams
  • Chicken thigh, diced - 150 grams
  • Bell pepper, sliced - 50 grams
  • Zucchini, sliced - 50 grams
  • Shiitake mushrooms, sliced - 50 grams
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Mirin - 1 tablespoon
  • Sake - 1 tablespoon
  • Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
  • Green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
  2. In a bowl, combine diced chicken, bell pepper, zucchini, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
  3. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
  4. Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Spread shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the pizza base.
  6. Distribute the marinated chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
  8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions on top.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Protein: 38 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken and cheese, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains a variety of vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

Tags

JapaneseHigh ProteinPizza