Kefta Pizza Delight

Kefta Pizza Delight is a vibrant fusion of Moroccan flavors and classic pizza, featuring spiced ground beef or lamb kefta atop a crispy pizza base, finished with fresh vegetables and herbs. This dish offers a delightful combination of savory and aromatic ingredients, perfect for a unique meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Ground beef or lamb - 250 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, grated
• Bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a bowl, combine ground beef or lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and form small meatballs or patties.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the kefta meatballs for about 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through, turning occasionally. Remove from heat.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then evenly distribute the cooked kefta, diced bell pepper, and any remaining onion.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
8. Once out of the oven, drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley and cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from the kefta, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains fresh vegetables, which provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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