Pizza with vegetables and kaiser
Vegetable and Kaiser Pizza: An Unforgettable Recipe for the Whole Family
Who doesn't love a slice of warm pizza, with fresh ingredients and unmistakable flavors? Vegetable and kaiser pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe, perfect for a family dinner or a night with friends. Plus, cooking at home is a wonderful way to control the ingredients and create a healthy and tasty meal.
Total preparation time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Active preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 10 minutes
Number of servings: 2 large pizzas
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 1 kg flour (preferably type 00 for pizza)
- 220 ml lukewarm water
- 25 g fresh yeast (or 7 g dry yeast)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For the topping:
- 200 g kaiser (or ham, according to preference)
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 100 g olives (pitted)
- 100 g mushrooms (fresh or canned)
- 200 g cheese (grated)
- 3-4 tablespoons tomato paste
- Salt, pepper, and thyme to taste
- 100 ml olive oil, for frying
Preparation
1. Preparing the starter: In a small bowl, add lukewarm water (not hot, to avoid killing the yeast), fresh yeast, sugar, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Gently mix and let sit for 10-15 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy. This is an essential step to activate the yeast.
2. Preparing the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated starter. Begin mixing the ingredients with a spatula or your hands, gradually adding the remaining olive oil. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic and no longer sticks to your hands. If it is too sticky, add a little more flour.
3. Letting the dough rise: Cover the bowl with a damp towel and place it in a warm, draft-free place for 1 hour or until the dough doubles in size. This step is crucial for achieving a fluffy and airy pizza.
4. Preparing the toppings: While the dough rises, prepare the toppings. Cut the kaiser into small cubes and fry it in a pan with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until it becomes slightly crispy and aromatic. This will enhance the flavor of the meat. Slice the bell pepper into strips, the mushrooms into slices, and halve the olives. Grate the cheese.
5. Preparing the sauce: In a small bowl, mix the tomato paste with salt, pepper, and thyme to taste. This will be the base for adding flavor to the pizza.
6. Assembling the pizza: Once the dough has risen, divide it into two. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each piece of dough to the size of the baking tray. Spread each pizza base with the tomato sauce, evenly distribute the cheese, then add the fried kaiser, mushrooms, bell pepper, and olives.
7. Baking the pizza: Preheat the oven to 220°C. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 7-10 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy, and the cheese melts and begins to brown.
8. Serving: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting. Serve warm, possibly alongside a fresh salad or a yogurt garlic sauce for a refreshing contrast.
Useful Tips
- Variations: You can add other favorite vegetables like onions, zucchini, or green olives. Also, instead of kaiser, you can use chicken or even a vegetarian option like tofu.
- Storing the pizza: If you have leftover pizza, you can keep it in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days. You can reheat it in the oven to restore its crispy texture.
- Nutritional benefits: This pizza is rich in protein due to the cheese and kaiser, but also high in fiber from the vegetables. Eating homemade pizza is a healthier alternative compared to restaurant pizza, as you can control the amount of salt and fats.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use dry yeast instead of fresh yeast? Yes, you can use dry yeast, considering that 7 g of dry yeast is equivalent to 25 g of fresh yeast. Add the dry yeast directly to the flour.
- What type of flour is best for pizza? Type 00 flour is ideal for pizza, but you can also use regular wheat flour. It is important that the flour is of good quality to achieve a good dough.
- How can I make pizza healthier? You can use whole wheat flour instead of white flour and add more vegetables to increase nutrient intake.
Serving Suggestions
Vegetable and kaiser pizza pairs perfectly with a refreshing drink, such as freshly squeezed lemonade or craft beer. Additionally, a green salad with yogurt dressing or a caprese salad adds a delicious and healthy contrast.
Now that you have all the necessary information, all that’s left is to start cooking. Enjoy every moment of this process and savor a delicious pizza made with love!
Ingredients: 220 ml water, 3 cubes of fresh yeast, 3 tablespoons of oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 red pepper, 200 g of pitted olives, 100 g of mushrooms, 200 g of Kaiser cheese, 100 ml of oil, 200 g of cheese, 3-4 tablespoons of tomato paste, pepper, salt, thyme to taste.
