Recipe for Veg Pizza

Here's a step-by-step recipe for making veg pizza at home:

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tsp sugar
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or vegan cheese)
• ½ cup sliced bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
• ½ cup sliced onions
• ½ cup sliced mushrooms
• ¼ cup olives (optional)
• ½ cup sweet corn
• 1 tsp oregano
• ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)

Optional:

• Basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

1. Mix the yeast, warm water, and sugar in a bowl. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
3. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour. Mix and knead for about 8–10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1–2 hours or until it doubles in size.

2. Preheat the Oven:

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

3. Prepare the Base:

1. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a circular or rectangular shape (depending on preference) on a floured surface.
2. Place the dough on parchment paper for easy transfer.

4. Assemble the Pizza:

1. Spread a layer of pizza sauce evenly over the base.
2. Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
3. Add your choice of vegetables (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, corn, etc.).
4. Sprinkle oregano and red chili flakes over the top.

5. Bake the Pizza:

1. Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or tray.
2. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

6. Garnish and Serve:

• Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Slice and serve hot.

Enjoy your homemade veg pizza! 🍕