Tempura Veggie Pie

Tempura Veggie Pie is a delightful fusion dish combining the crispiness of tempura vegetables with the hearty goodness of a paleo-friendly crust. This innovative Japanese pizza is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavors and nutrients.

Tempura Veggie Pie
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Almond flour - 1 cup
  • Arrowroot powder - 2 tablespoons
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Water - 60 ml
  • Sea salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Zucchini - 100 grams, thinly sliced
  • Carrot - 100 grams, julienned
  • Bell pepper - 100 grams, thinly sliced
  • Sweet potato - 100 grams, thinly sliced
  • Green beans - 50 grams, trimmed
  • Coconut oil - for frying
  • Tamari sauce - for serving

Steps

  1. In a bowl, mix almond flour, arrowroot powder, sea salt, and eggs until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Gradually add water until the dough reaches a thick but spreadable consistency.
  3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of coconut oil to coat the pan.
  4. Spread half of the dough evenly in the skillet to form a base for your pie.
  5. In a separate bowl, toss all sliced vegetables with a pinch of sea salt.
  6. Arrange the mixed vegetables evenly over the dough in the skillet.
  7. Spread the remaining dough over the vegetables to create a top layer.
  8. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, then carefully flip the pie using a large plate to cook the other side for another 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
  9. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve warm with tamari sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.
  • Contains healthy fats from coconut oil and almonds, promoting heart health.

Tags

JapanesePaleoPizza