Tako Pizza
Tako Pizza is a delightful fusion of traditional Japanese flavors and the beloved concept of pizza, featuring a gluten-free base topped with tender octopus and fresh vegetables. This unique dish offers a savory and umami-rich experience that is perfect for adventurous eaters.

25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Gluten-free pizza base - 1 large (approximately 25 cm)
- Cooked octopus, sliced - 150 grams
- Shredded mozzarella cheese - 100 grams
- Diced bell pepper (red or green) - 50 grams
- Green onions, thinly sliced - 2 tablespoons
- Takoyaki sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Mayonnaise - 1 tablespoon
- Seaweed flakes (nori) - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
- Place the gluten-free pizza base on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the pizza base and spread it evenly.
- Spread the takoyaki sauce over the base, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Evenly distribute the sliced octopus over the sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the octopus.
- Add diced bell peppers and green onions over the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once out of the oven, drizzle mayonnaise over the pizza and top with seaweed flakes and sesame seeds.
- Slice and serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25 g
- Carbs: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Water: 0.25 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in protein from octopus, supporting muscle health.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil and sesame seeds for heart health.
Tags
JapaneseGluten-FreePizza