Ingredients
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For the Gluten-Free Pizza Crust:
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1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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For the Jerk Jackfruit:
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1 can young jackfruit in brine, drained and shredded
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2 tbsp jerk seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Vegan Cheese Sauce:
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1 cup raw cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours
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1/2 cup nutritional yeast
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1/2 cup water
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1/4 cup lemon juice
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp paprika
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1/4 tsp turmeric
Directions
Adjust the jerk seasoning to your preferred level of spiciness. This pizza will add a taste of the Caribbean to your dinner table!
Steps
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). |
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In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Add almond milk and olive oil, and mix until you have a smooth dough. If it's too sticky, add a bit more flour; if too dry, add more milk. |
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Roll out the pizza dough onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to your desired thickness. |
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded jackfruit and jerk seasoning. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, breaking the jackfruit into smaller pieces with a fork. |
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In a blender, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, water, lemon juice, salt, paprika, and turmeric. Blend until smooth and creamy to make the vegan cheese sauce. |
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Spread the jerk jackfruit evenly over the pizza crust. |
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Top the jackfruit with sliced red onion, red bell pepper, and fresh pineapple chunks. |
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Drizzle the vegan cheese sauce over the toppings. |
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Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown, and the toppings are cooked to your liking. |
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Remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top, and season with salt and pepper if needed. |
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Slice, serve, and savor the Caribbean flavors! |
