Pizzas de Huitlacoche

Pizzas de Huitlacoche are a delightful fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and Italian pizza, featuring the unique and earthy taste of huitlacoche, a Mexican corn fungus. This Halal dish is perfect for those looking to explore innovative vegetarian options while enjoying a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Huitlacoche (canned or fresh) - 150 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Queso Oaxaca (or mozzarella) - 150 grams
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red chili flakes (optional) - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the huitlacoche to the skillet, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes. Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through and flavors combine.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
5. Spread the huitlacoche mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Top with shredded queso Oaxaca evenly over the huitlacoche.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
8. Once baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top.
9. Slice and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Huitlacoche is rich in antioxidants and can help boost the immune system.
• This dish provides a good source of dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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