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Egyptian Pizza Delight

Savor the exotic flavors of Egypt with this delightful pizza twist!

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Egyptian Pizza Delight

About this recipe

This Egyptian-inspired pizza combines the rich, aromatic spices of North Africa with the familiar comfort of pizza. Perfect for a casual dinner or an exotic introduction to Egyptian cuisine, this dish highlights the fusion of fresh herbs, flavorful cheeses, and a blend of traditional spices. It's an exciting culinary adventure right at home.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet pre-made pizza dough
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 2

    On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness.

  3. 3

    Place the dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet.

  4. 4

    Spread the tomato sauce evenly, leaving a border.

  5. 5

    Scatter mozzarella, feta, olives, and onion over the sauce.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle parsley, mint, and cilantro on top.

  7. 7

    Mix cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

  8. 8

    Dust the spice mixture over the pizza toppings.

  9. 9

    Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese melted.

  10. 10

    Cool slightly, slice, and serve hot.

Chef's tip

For an extra crunchy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.

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