New Nordic Pizza Margherita

Ingredients

While the original Pizza Margherita is known for its traditional Italian flavors, this New Nordic adaptation incorporates locally sourced Nordic ingredients and introduces new flavor profiles. The crust is made with a blend of whole grain flours, giving it a nutty and wholesome taste. The toppings include foraged herbs, such as wild thyme and sea buckthorn, which add a distinct Nordic touch to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Pizza Margherita, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (240g) whole grain flour 2 cups (240g) whole grain flour
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) salt 1 teaspoon (5g) salt
• 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar 1 teaspoon (5g) sugar
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1 cup (240ml) lukewarm water 1 cup (240ml) lukewarm water
• 1 cup (240g) tomato sauce 1 cup (240g) tomato sauce
• 2 cups (200g) mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 cups (200g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Handful of fresh basil leaves Handful of fresh basil leaves
• Handful of wild thyme leaves Handful of wild thyme leaves
• Handful of sea buckthorn berries Handful of sea buckthorn berries
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 12g (6g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 40g (3g sugars)
• Protein: 14g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole grain flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
2. 2.
   Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the olive oil and lukewarm water. Stir until a dough forms.
3. 3.
   Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4. 4.
   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
5. 5.
   Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
6. 6.
   Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin round shape.
7. 7.
   Place the rolled-out dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
8. 8.
   Spread half of the tomato sauce evenly over each pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. 9.
   Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over each pizza.
10. 10.
    Arrange the fresh basil leaves, wild thyme leaves, and sea buckthorn berries on top of the cheese.
11. 11.
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. 12.
    Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. 13.
    Remove from the oven and let the pizzas cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Whole grain flour — Use a mix of different whole grain flours, such as rye, spelt, and barley, for added flavor and texture.
• Sea buckthorn berries — If fresh sea buckthorn berries are not available, you can use frozen berries or substitute with lingonberries or cranberries.
• Wild thyme — If you can't find wild thyme, regular thyme can be used as a substitute.

Tips & Tricks

• For a crispier crust, preheat a pizza stone in the oven and bake the pizza directly on the stone.
• Experiment with different Nordic herbs and foraged ingredients to add unique flavors to your pizza.
• Serve the pizza with a drizzle of lingonberry or cloudberry sauce for an extra Nordic touch.

Serving advice

Serve the New Nordic Pizza Margherita hot, straight from the oven. Cut it into slices and enjoy it as a main course or as part of a Nordic-inspired meal. Pair it with a fresh green salad dressed with lingonberry vinaigrette for a complete and balanced meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the New Nordic Pizza Margherita, garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and a few sea buckthorn berries on top. The vibrant colors of the berries and herbs will add visual appeal to the dish.