Pizza de Maíz y Jalapeños

Pizza de Maíz y Jalapeños is a vibrant vegan Spanish pizza that combines the sweetness of corn with the spiciness of jalapeños, all atop a crispy base. This dish is perfect for those seeking a unique and flavorful twist on traditional pizza.

Pizza de Maíz y Jalapeños
40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Spanish
300 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cornmeal - 150 grams
  • All-purpose flour - 100 grams
  • Warm water - 200 milliliters
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Active dry yeast - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Fresh corn kernels - 100 grams
  • Jalapeños - 2, sliced
  • Tomato sauce - 100 grams
  • Nutritional yeast - 3 tablespoons
  • Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a separate large bowl, mix cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
  5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  6. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  7. Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the sauce, then evenly distribute fresh corn kernels and jalapeño slices on top.
  8. Season with black pepper and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the pizza.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
  10. Remove from the oven, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber from corn and whole grains, aiding digestion.
  • Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

Tags

SpanishVeganPizza