Moroccan Lamb and Zucchini Pide

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 13
Authentic Moroccan Lamb and Zucchini Pide recipe for your exotic cravings
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups plain flour
2 teaspoons dried yeast ( I use a 7g sachet )
5 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup warm water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
500 g ground lamb
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
3 teaspoons ground cumin
3/4 cup tomato paste
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 zucchini , sliced longways in 3mm slices
1/4 cup pine nuts , toasted
tzatziki , to serve
fresh coriander leaves , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
774
Sugar
13g
Fat
52g
The Moroccan Lamb and Zucchini Pide, also known as a Turkish pizza, is a savory and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cozy night in or for impressing guests at a dinner party. The dough is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the lamb and zucchini add a depth of flavor that's both exotic and comforting. The addition of pine nuts gives the pide a nice crunch and nuttiness that's the perfect finishing touch.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together flour, yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until a dough is formed.
2.Knead the dough for 10 minutes and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
4.Heat olive oil in a pan and cook onion until softened. Add in lamb, allspice, cumin, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, and garlic. Cook until lamb is browned.
5.Roll out the dough into a long oval shape and place on a baking sheet. Spread lamb mixture onto the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6.Place zucchini slices on top of the lamb mixture and sprinkle with pine nuts.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the lamb is cooked through.
8.Serve with tzatziki and fresh coriander leaves.

PROS

The Moroccan Lamb and Zucchini Pide is filled with aromatic spices and flavors that are both exotic and satisfying.
It’s also a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your meal.

CONS

The pide is high in fat, with ground lamb and olive oil used in the recipe.
It’s also not a low-calorie meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Moroccan Lamb and Zucchini Pide is a great source of protein from the lamb and pine nuts. Zucchini is also low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious addition to the dish.
The spices used in the recipe, like allspice and cumin, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can support overall health.

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