Description
A quick and easy Matzo Pizza recipe featuring crispy matzo topped with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, zesty lemon, and savory parmesan, perfect for a light and flavorful meal in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Base
- 2 pieces of matzo
Sauce
- 1/2 cup tomato or marinara sauce
Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Grated parmesan cheese, for topping
- Fresh basil, parsley, or cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the matzo pizzas.
- Prepare the Base: Spread the tomato or marinara sauce evenly over each piece of matzo, creating a flavorful foundation for the toppings.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce-covered matzo. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes according to your taste preferences.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the prepared matzo pizzas on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 to 15 minutes, or until the mozzarella cheese has fully melted and started to bubble.
- Finish with Toppings: Remove the pizzas from the oven and immediately top with grated parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest to add brightness and depth of flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil, parsley, or cilantro over the top for a fresh herbal note. Slice and serve the matzo pizzas warm for a delightful meal.
Notes
- Use gluten-free matzo if you require a gluten-free version of this recipe.
- For extra heat, increase red pepper flakes or add a drizzle of hot sauce before baking.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with dried herbs, but use less as they are more concentrated.
- This recipe is versatile – feel free to add other toppings like olives, mushrooms, or sliced tomatoes before baking.
- Matzo can burn easily; keep an eye on the pizzas while baking to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 to 15 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
