Parmesan Cauli Crust Pizza
Hearty, low-carb, delicious pizza crust. Perfect with Indian toppings and chutneys! Parmesan is one of the cheeses that generally works with my lactose intolerance. This is why this crust is a hearty, low-carb, and delicious way to enjoy a pizza on any occasion that you are craving it. The topping options are endless, but my favorite way to garnish pizzas is with Indian toppings and chutneys. What's yours?
Chef's Notes
- Parmesan is naturally lower in lactose, making this a great option for those with mild lactose intolerance
- Indian toppings like keema, green chutney, and cilantro work wonderfully with this crust
- Make sure to squeeze out ALL the water from the cauliflower rice - this is the key to a crispy crust
Ingredients
Crust
- 5 C Frozen Cauliflower Rice
- 1 Egg
- 1 Tsp Spice or Herb Blend of Your Choice (basil, oregano, chili flakes)
- 1/4 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Pepper
- 1/3 C Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Parchment Paper
Suggested Toppings
- Keema (spiced minced meat)
- Limes
- Cilantro
- Green Chutney + Greek Yogurt
- Diced Onions
- Diced Tomatoes
- Avocado
- Hot sauce of choice
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450°F.
- 2
Warm the cauliflower rice in the microwave for 4-5 minutes until cooked or per package instructions.
- 3
Place the cooked rice in an old clean towel or cheese cloth. Squeeze until all excess water is completely drained. This step is crucial!
- 4
In a mixing bowl, mix the egg, spices, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese.
- 5
Add in the cauliflower and mix to combine till the mixture has a firmer texture. It will be more spreadable than dough-like.
- 6
Place parchment paper on a nonstick baking sheet. Spread the mixture into a thin layer, but not too thin that you have gaps/holes in the pizza crust. Shape it into a circle or square.
- 7
Bake the crust for 20-22 minutes till brown. Take it out of the oven, flip, and let it bake for 3-4 more minutes.
- 8
Top it with your favorite toppings, and bake for another 10-12 minutes until the toppings are cooked through.
- 9
Drizzle with hot sauce and enjoy!
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