Pork Rind Crust Carnivore Pizza
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups pork rinds, crushed
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, melted
- 1 egg
- ¼ tsp salt
Topping Ingredients:
- Low-carb tomato sauce (optional)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- Meat of choice: pepperoni, sausage, or ground beef
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Make the Crust:
- In a bowl, combine the crushed pork rinds, melted mozzarella cheese, egg, and salt. Mix well until a dough forms. The mixture should have a slightly sticky texture.
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Form the Crust:
- Place a sheet of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
- Transfer the dough onto the parchment paper and use your hands or a rolling pin to spread the dough out into a pizza shape. Aim for about 1/4-inch thickness.
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Bake the Crust:
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until it turns golden brown and crispy.
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Add Toppings:
- If you’re using low-carb tomato sauce, spread a thin layer over the cooked crust (optional).
- Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Add your choice of meat: pepperoni, sausage, or ground beef.
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Final Bake:
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting into slices.
- Serve and enjoy your carnivore-friendly pizza!
Optional Toppings:
- You can add extra toppings like olives, onions, or mushrooms, but make sure they are low-carb to stay within the carnivore diet guidelines.
Enjoy your pizza! This crust is a great, crispy base for your favorite carnivore toppings.