Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 8 oz)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 Chorizo sausage (about 6 oz), sliced into small pieces
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or arugula
- Optional toppings: thinly sliced olives, diced avocado, or other pizza toppings of choice
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, mix the mozzarella, almond flour, baking powder, and eggs until well combined. The mixture should be thick and sticky.
- Spread the pizza mixture onto a baking sheet or pizza stone, forming a thin crust.
- Top the crust with Chorizo slices, spreading them out evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the Chorizo is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and spread the fresh salsa on top of the pizza. Add desired toppings like lettuce, olives, or avocado.
- Cut into 8 pieces and serve.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on estimated values)
- Calories: Approximately 400-450 per serving (assuming all toppings are added)
- Fat: High in fat content due to cheese and Chorizo sausage.
- Carbohydrates: Moderate due to almond flour and carbs from vegetables.
- Protein: High due to cheese and Chorizo.
Dish Characteristics:
- Low-carbohydrate pizza option for keto diet followers.
- Creative combination of Chorizo sausage and salsa brings a unique flavor to the traditional pizza.
- Excellent for those who enjoy spicy or Mexican flavors.
User Comments:
- "This pizza was a great keto-friendly option! The crust was delicious and the Chorizo added a nice kick of flavor."
- "I loved the combination of flavors in this pizza. The salsa and Chorizo made it stand out from the typical pizza."
- "The pizza was easy to make and came out perfect! The almond flour crust was crispy and had a great texture."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If you are following a strict keto diet, check the net carbs per serving of almond flour and any additional toppings you add.
- For best results, use a non-stick baking sheet or pizza stone to ensure even baking.
