Tofu Kimchi Pizza (Really)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 9
A fusion of Korean and Italian cuisine, this Tofu Kimchi Pizza (Really) is a unique and delicious twist on the classic pizza
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Prep

90 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

110 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup whole wheat flour
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons flax seed meal
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup silken tofu
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup water , lukewarm
1 strip bacon , diced
1/2 cup cabbage kimchi , diced
1 green pepper , sliced
1 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded
1 green onion , sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil , for brushing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
220
Sugar
2g
Fat
11g
Tofu Kimchi pizza is an end-product of a culinary encounter between Italy and Korea. It's a savory dish with Korean flavors and Italian cooking techniques. Kimchi, an essential Korean side dish, brings its spicy, tart, and tangy flavor to the pizza, making it an exciting fusion. The pizza's crust is made with whole wheat flour and silken tofu, adding a nutritious punch to it. The cherry-picked premium ingredients give it a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a longtime favorite for many. In this recipe, bacon is optional and can be skipped to make it a vegetarian pizza. Enjoy this unique pizza that is bursting with flavors, taking you through a journey of taste and satisfaction.

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, combine both flours, flax seed meal, and salt.
2.In another bowl, mash the tofu and add olive oil to it.
3.Add yeast to lukewarm water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
4.Combine flour mixture with yeast mixture and add tofu mixture to it. Knead to form a dough.
5.Let the dough rise for 1 hour.
6.Preheat the oven to 450°F
7.Roll the dough and brush it with olive oil.
8.Add diced kimchi and sliced green pepper on the top along with light bacon and mozzarella cheese.
9.Bake the pizza for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted.
10.Serve hot topped with sliced green onions.

PROS

This pizza is a unique blend of Korean and Italian cuisine making it a delightful translation for your taste buds.
Tofu brings the nutrition factor to the table, and along with kimchi, it gives the pizza a distinct flavor profile.
Moreover, whole wheat flour gives it the desired crust texture.
One slice of this pizza is enough to make you crave for more.

CONS

This pizza might not appeal to those who are not fond of fusion cuisine, kimchi, or tofu.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pizza is a great source of complete protein, calcium, vitamin K2, selenium, and magnesium.
Whole-wheat flour is an unrefined flour that contains more fiber than its refined counterpart.
Kimchi is a fermented food rich in probiotics and antioxidants that have been linked to numerous health benefits.
Tofu is a good source of protein, iron, and calcium.
Green peppers are a fantastic source of vitamin C.

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