Surfing Flavors: The Mexican Green Wave Pizza

Pizza is the ultimate flavor fiesta. This Italian dish, while original to the Italians, has become so adapted across the world in a different form, it can now be considered universal. Here is a great Mexican twist called Green Wave Pizza: It is filled with all kinds of vibrant vegetables, crunchy jalapeños, and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinner or get-together, it will surely bring a fiesta of flavors to your table.

Recipe Summary for Mexican Green Wave Pizza:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes (on top of 1 hour of dough rising)
• Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
• Yield: 2 medium-sized pizzas

Ingredients for the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp active yeast or baker’s yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup warm water

For the Pizza Sauce:

• 1 cup tomato puree (or canned tomatoes)
• 1 tsp oregano pizza seasoning mix
• ½ tsp chili flakes
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp vinegar
• 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
• ¼ tsp ground pepper

Toppings for Mexican Green Wave Pizza:

• ½ cup white onions, thinly sliced
• ½ cup green bell pepper, julienned
• ¼ cup jalapeños, sliced
• ½ cup tomatoes, diced
• ¼ cup green olives, sliced
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (mozzarella or a mix of mozzarella and cheddar)

Step-by-Step Guide

1: Prepare the Dough

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, mix together flour and salt. Add on the yeast mixture gradually and knead the dough till smooth and elastic. If it feels sticky, sprinkle a little more flour.

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

2: Preparation of Pizza Sauce

Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add the tomato puree. Cook for 5 minutes to reduce the liquid slightly.

Add oregano, chili flakes, salt, and ground pepper, stirring well.

Mix in vinegar and tomato ketchup, and simmer for another 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

3: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking tray inside to heat.

4: Assemble the Pizza

Divide the dough into two portions. Roll out each portion on a lightly floured surface into 10-inch circles.

Place the rolled-out dough onto a sheet of parchment paper to make handling easy.

Spread the pizza sauce over the base, leaving a border of 1 inch on the edges.

Put the toppings in: start with white onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Then, place jalapeños and olives.

Sprinkle shredded cheese all over the toppings.

5: Bake the Pizza

Place the pizza, with the parchment paper, on the preheated pizza stone or baking tray carefully.

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

Pull out of the oven and let the pizza rest for a minute before cutting.

Serving Suggestions for Mexican Green Wave Pizza:

Serve hot with sides like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream for a true Mexican experience.

Pair it with a refreshing drink such as lime soda or iced tea.

Sprinkle additional chili flakes or oregano on top for added flavor.

Enjoy your Mexican Green Wave Pizza, an explosion of colors in the mix of vibrant veggies, zesty jalapeños, and cheesy goodness—a perfect blend of Mexican and Italian influences!

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