Chili Pepper Pizza

Chili Pepper Pizza is a vibrant fusion dish that combines the tangy and spicy flavors of Korean cuisine with the comforting familiarity of pizza. Topped with a mix of fresh vegetables, spicy gochujang sauce, and melty cheese, this vegetarian delight is perfect for those seeking a unique culinary experience.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, sliced
• Spring onions - 2, chopped
• Kimchi - 50 grams, chopped (optional)
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a small bowl, mix the gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
4. Spread the gochujang sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Evenly distribute the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, and kimchi (if using) over the cheese.
7. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the vegetables.
8. Add chili flakes according to your spice preference.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Once out of the oven, garnish with chopped spring onions and sesame seeds before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains probiotics from kimchi, which can aid digestion.

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