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Spicy Pepperoni Pan Pizza with Roasted Jalapeño Pesto: An Incredible 5-Step Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 5 minute

Ingredients

For the Pizza Dough:
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
– 1 tsp sugar
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 cup warm water (around 110°F or 43°C)
– 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Roasted Jalapeño Pesto:
– 2-3 jalapeños, roasted and peeled
– ½ cup fresh basil leaves
– ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic
– Salt and pepper to taste

For Toppings:
– 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup sliced spicy pepperoni
– Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat


Instructions

Creating Spicy Pepperoni Pan Pizza with Roasted Jalapeño Pesto is a fun and rewarding process. Follow these steps for a delicious homemade pizza:

1. Prepare the Pizza Dough: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. Then, add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.

3. Make the Roasted Jalapeño Pesto: In a food processor, combine roasted jalapeños, basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Preheat the Oven: While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.

5. Assemble the Pizza: After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out to fit a greased pan (about 12×16 inches). Spread the roasted jalapeño pesto evenly over the dough. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and layer spicy pepperoni on top.

6. Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven (or on the pizza stone) and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

7. Slice and Serve: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice it into squares or wedges and serve hot.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8 slices
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 14g