Thai Peanut Cauliflower Pizza
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
55 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
2 People
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Calories
407 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Thai Peanut Cauliflower Pizza
Description
The crust begins by processing cauliflower florets into a rice-like texture, then microwaving and thoroughly squeezing out moisture, which is crucial to prevent sogginess. The cauliflower is then mixed with mozzarella cheese, fresh ginger, garlic, salt, pepper, and egg white to bind the ingredients into a workable dough. After shaping into two crusts, they are baked until firm.
The pizza is finished with a sauce made from natural peanut butter, peanut oil, lime juice, agave syrup, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and salt, bringing a balance of creamy, tangy, sweet, and slightly sour flavors typical of Thai cuisine. It is topped with sliced red bell pepper and garnished with fresh cilantro, green onion, and toasted sesame seeds, contributing bright and textured elements.
This pizza offers a creative, gluten-free alternative with a flavor profile distinct from traditional tomato-based pizzas, balancing richness and freshness. It suits those seeking vegetable-forward dishes with Asian-inspired seasonings and textures.
Ingredients
- 6 cups cauliflower cut into florets (1 1/4 pounds)
- 13 tablespoons mozzarella cheese divided (just over 3 ounces, grated, reduced-fat
- 1 teaspoon ginger minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced, fresh
- 1/4 teaspoon salt sea salt
- pepper pinch
- 1 egg large, white
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced, large
- cilantro for garnish
- green onion for garnish, sliced
- sesame seeds for garnish, toasted
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon peanut butter natural
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
- 2 teaspoons lime juice fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon agave syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger minced, fresh
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400℉ and line a pizza pan with parchment paper.
- In a large food processor, process the cauliflower until it is the texture of rice.
- Place the cauliflower into a large bowl and microwave for 7 minutes, stir, and microwave for an additional 7 minutes. Then, let the cauliflower stand until cool enough to handle, 10-15 minutes.
- Place the cauliflower on a thin kitchen towel and wring out all the excess moisture. Once you think you've gotten all the water out, transfer it to another thin towel and wring out again. Get out as much moisture as you can, as this is the key to a crust that won't be soggy.
- Transfer the cauliflower to a sheet of paper towel and use another paper towel to further press out some moisture. Place it back in the large bowl.
- Add 1/2 cup of the cheese, the ginger, garlic, salt, and a pinch of pepper. Stir until well combined and then add the egg white, mixing until well combined.
- Divide the cauliflower into 2 balls (about a heaping 1/2 cup each) and flatten each onto on the pizza pan, leaving a ridge for the crust. Your crust should be roughly 5 1/2 inches across.
- Bake until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. While the pizza crust bakes, whisk all the ingredients for the sauce together in a medium bowl.
- Once the pizza is golden, remove from the oven and turn the oven to high broil.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the remaining cheese onto each pizza and broil until melted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and use a pancake flipper to gently slide the pizza crusts off the parchment and onto a grill. Also place the sliced red pepper on the grill. Cook until the bottom of the pizza is charred and begins to crisp, about 3 minutes.
- Gently remove the pizza and peppers from the grill. Divide the sauce between the 2 crusts, followed by the red peppers, a sprinkle of cilantro, green onion, and the remaining cheese (about 1 1/2 tablespoons of cheese per pizza).
- Place back onto the grill until the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 407 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 407kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 23.6g | 47% |
| Fat | 24.1g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8g | 16% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.2g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 26.7mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 710.7mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 1079mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 10.1g | 40% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 4575IU | 92% |
| Vitamin C | 385.3mg | 428% |
| Calcium | 370mg | 37% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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