Larb Pizza

Larb Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines traditional Thai flavors with the comforting essence of pizza, featuring a spicy, herbaceous topping over a crispy crust. This vegan version highlights fresh ingredients and aromatic spices for a vibrant culinary experience.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 1 pre-made (about 250g)
• Tofu - 200g, crumbled
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh mint leaves - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Peanut butter - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Bell pepper - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 small, julienned
• Cucumber - 1/2, thinly sliced for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped red onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
3. Add crumbled tofu to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until it starts to brown slightly.
4. Stir in soy sauce, lime juice, chili flakes, and peanut butter. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
5. Remove the skillet from heat and fold in chopped mint and cilantro, mixing well.
6. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
7. Spread the tofu larb mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
8. Top with sliced bell pepper and julienned carrot.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute before slicing. Garnish with sliced cucumber and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 430
• Protein: 24 g
• Carbs: 46 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• High in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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