Beef and Broccoli Pizza: A Fusion Feast

Beef and Broccoli Pizza: A Fusion Feast

If you’re in the mood for a pizza night but want to jazz things up a bit, why not try a fusion recipe that combines the best of Italian and Asian cuisine? This Beef and Broccoli Pizza recipe is not your ordinary pizza – it’s a fresh take that bursts with flavor and is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pizza dough or homemade pizza dough
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cooked beef, thinly sliced (could be leftover steak or cooked ground beef)
• 1 cup broccoli florets, blanched
• 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
2. Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, and transfer it to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, olive or sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if desired. Set aside this Asian-inspired sauce.
4. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
5. Sprinkle half the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Toss the blanched broccoli florets and sliced beef in the Asian sauce mixture, and distribute them evenly over the pizza.
7. Scatter the sliced red onions across the pizza, and then top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
9. Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

This Beef and Broccoli Pizza is a delightful mixture of savory beef, crunchy broccoli, and melted cheese atop a crispy crust, making every bite an adventure in flavor. It’s a fun twist on pizza night that brings a surprising and welcome change of pace.

Pairing Suggestions:

To enhance your dining experience, pair this unique pizza with a light beer or a glass of medium-bodied red wine, like a Merlot, to complement the rich flavors. And, if you’re feeling extra indulgent, finish the meal with a scoop of gelato for a sweet end to your fusion feast.