Teriyaki Tofu Pizza

Teriyaki Tofu Pizza combines the rich flavors of Japanese teriyaki sauce with the comforting goodness of pizza. This unique dish features a crispy base topped with marinated tofu, fresh vegetables, and a drizzle of homemade teriyaki sauce.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Firm tofu - 200 grams
• Teriyaki sauce - 4 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Green onion - 2, chopped
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, for garnish
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Press the firm tofu to remove excess moisture, then cut it into small cubes.
3. In a bowl, toss the tofu cubes with 2 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce and let marinate for 10 minutes.
4. While the tofu is marinating, roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
5. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush the dough with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
7. Arrange the marinated tofu evenly over the pizza base, followed by the sliced red bell pepper, chopped green onion, and julienned carrot.
8. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce over the toppings.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.
10. Once baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh cilantro before slicing.
11. Serve hot and enjoy your Teriyaki Tofu Pizza!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 22 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Includes a variety of vegetables for added vitamins and minerals.

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