Description
This Vegan Pan Pizza with Green Olives and Mushrooms features a homemade dough that rises overnight and a flavorful topping of sautéed mushrooms, green olives, and vegan mozzarella. Baked to golden perfection in a cast-iron pan and oven, this delicious pizza is garnished with aromatic herbs and spices for a savory and satisfying plant-based meal.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup lukewarm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings
- 1 1/4 cups vegan mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 6-8 green olives, pitted and sliced
- 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
- Red chili flakes, oregano, and basil to taste
Instructions
- Make the Dough: Combine flour, salt, active dry yeast, lukewarm water, and olive oil in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until a consistent dough forms. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise overnight in a warm place to develop flavor and texture.
- Prepare the Pan: Preheat a cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to coat the pan evenly, which will help prevent sticking and add flavor to the crust.
- Shape the Dough: Transfer the risen dough to the hot pan. Use your fingers to gently stretch and press the dough toward the edges of the pan. Let it rest for 15 minutes so the dough can relax, then stretch again until it completely covers the pan.
- Prepare Toppings: In a separate pan, sauté sliced mushrooms over medium heat until softened. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Assemble Pizza: Sprinkle half of the vegan mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough. Spread the tomato sauce on top, then layer the sautéed mushrooms and sliced green olives. Finish by adding the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly across the toppings.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the cast-iron pan in a preheated oven at 450°F (230°C). Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the vegan cheese has melted and become bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with red chili flakes, oregano, and basil according to your taste. Slice and serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Allowing the dough to rise overnight results in better flavor and texture.
- A cast-iron pan is ideal for creating a crispy crust; if unavailable, use an oven-safe skillet.
- You can substitute green olives with black olives or other toppings based on preference.
- Adjust seasoning with herbs and chili flakes to your liking for added heat and aroma.
- Ensure the mushrooms are cooked well before assembling to prevent excess moisture on the pizza.
