Crusty Flourless Pizza: The Secret Recipe

When I found this recipe, I could not believe this can be true - a pizza without flour ?! I had to try this! When I started cooking it, I was doubting the result all the time. What it turned out at the end - an amazingly yammy crusty thin pizza made out of solely veggies and cheese. The most interesting for me was the taste. You would not even say there was no flour in it. Definitely my new favourite in the kitchen !

Ingredients

• One big head cauliflower
• 1 egg, beaten
• ⅓ cup soft goat cheese (chevre)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200 C.
2. Place the cauliflower cut in small pieces in a food processor until a rice-like mixture is former.
3. Fill a large pot with about an inch of water, and bring it to a boil. Add the “rice” and cover; let it cook for about 4-5 minutes. Drain into a fine-mesh strainer.
4. Once you have strained the rice, transfer it to a clean, thin dishtowel. Wrap up the steamed rice in the dishtowel, twist it up, then SQUEEZE all the excess moisture out! It’s amazing how much extra liquid will be released, which will leave you with a nice and dry pizza crust.(You might want put on a kitchen towel or silicone glove on the squeezing hand because it will be hot.)
5. In a large bowl, mix up your strained rice, beaten egg, goat cheese, and spices. (Don’t be afraid to use your hands! You want it very well mixed.) It won’t be like any pizza dough you have ever worked with, but don’t worry– it’ll hold together!
6. Press the dough out onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Keep the dough not thicker than 1 cm, and make the edges a little higher for a “crust” effect, if you like. (I personally did not use any parchment paper)
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes at 200C. The crust should be firm, and golden brown when finished.
8. Now’s the time to add all your favourites– sauce, cheese, and any other toppings you like. Return the pizza to the 200C oven, and bake an additional 5-10 minutes, just until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
9. Slice and serve immediately!

Share with someone or be egoistic and keep it secret ;) 

(By Megan, the Detoxinista)

Source: For more detailed explanation and pictures http://detoxinista.com/2012/01/the-secret-to-perfect-cauliflower-pizza-crust/