Ingredients
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For the Pizza Crust:
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1 gluten-free pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
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For the Vegan Banh Mi Sauce:
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3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
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2 tablespoons rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon agave nectar or maple syrup
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
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For the Toppings:
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
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1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
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1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (adjust to your spice preference)
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1/2 cup baked or pan-fried tofu, cubed (marinated in soy sauce and a pinch of sugar)
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1 Sriracha sauce, for drizzling (optional)
Directions
Adjust the amount of jalapeños and Sriracha sauce to control the spiciness level according to your preference. Enjoy the fusion of Banh Mi and pizza flavors in this delightful dish!
Steps
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Preheat your oven according to the pizza crust package instructions if you're using a store-bought crust. If you're using a homemade crust, follow your recipe's instructions. |
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce or tamari, rice vinegar, agave nectar (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the Banh Mi sauce. |
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Place your pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. |
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Spread the Banh Mi sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust. |
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Sprinkle the shredded carrots evenly over the sauce. |
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Arrange the thinly sliced cucumber, fresh cilantro leaves, fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced jalapeños on top of the pizza. |
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Add the cubed tofu on the pizza. |
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Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for the time indicated on the pizza crust package or until the crust is golden brown. |
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Once out of the oven, drizzle Sriracha sauce over the pizza if you like it spicy. |
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Slice, serve, and enjoy your Vietnamese-Inspired Vegan Banh Mi Pizza! |
