Pizza de Lomo Embuchado

Pizza de Lomo Embuchado is a Spanish-inspired pizza that combines the rich flavors of cured pork loin with a savory tomato base and a blend of cheeses. This high-protein dish is perfect for a quick meal that doesn't compromise on taste or nutrition.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Lomo embuchado (cured pork loin) - 100 grams, sliced
• Mozzarella cheese - 80 grams, shredded
• Manchego cheese - 40 grams, grated
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh basil leaves - a handful
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper over the sauce.
6. Layer the slices of lomo embuchado evenly on top of the sauce.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Manchego cheese over the lomo.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese for extra flavor.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 45 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from lomo embuchado and cheeses, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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