For the pizza dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or substitute with a gluten-free flour blend if preferred)
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the toppings:
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup vegan cheese (such as shredded vegan mozzarella or a blend of your choice)
- Your choice of halal-friendly toppings, such as sliced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, olives, etc.), vegan pepperoni or sausage, tofu crumbles, or any other toppings you prefer.
Instructions:
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
Assemble the Pizza:
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions (for two medium-sized pizzas) or leave it as one for a larger pizza.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper or a lightly greased pizza pan.
- Spread a layer of tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the vegan cheese over the sauce, followed by your choice of halal-friendly toppings.
Bake the Pizza:
- Carefully transfer the assembled pizza (on the parchment paper or pizza pan) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the pizza is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve hot and enjoy your delicious vegan and halal-friendly pizza!
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Enjoy your Pizza!!!
