Sardine Pizza

Sardine Pizza is a delightful Moroccan dish that combines vibrant flavors and textures, featuring fresh sardines atop a crispy crust. This unique pizza is infused with traditional spices, making it a memorable meal for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Canned sardines in olive oil - 150 grams
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Chopped fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to form a circular base (approximately 25 cm in diameter).
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Layer the sliced red onion and diced bell pepper over the sauce.
6. Place the canned sardines evenly on top, distributing them well.
7. Sprinkle the sliced black olives over the sardines.
8. In a small bowl, mix the chopped parsley, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, then sprinkle this spice mix over the entire pizza.
9. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the top for added flavor.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from sardines, which support heart health.
• Contains fiber and vitamins from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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