Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

warm water

1 package

active dry yeast

2 tbsp

olive oil

0.75 tsp

salt

2.25 cup

bread flour

0.5 cup

soy sauce

0.25 cup

olive oil

2 tbsp

prepared wasabi

2 tsp

fresh ginger

minced

1 unit

ahi tuna steak

1 unit

olive oil

1 unit

green onions

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let stand for 10 minutes until yeast dissolves.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix in olive oil and salt.

Step 3
~3 min

Add 2 cups of bread flour and stir until dough forms.

Step 4
~3 min

Knead in the bowl, adding more flour if sticky, for about 6 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5
~3 min

Transfer dough to an oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and a towel.

Step 6
~3 min

Let rise in a warm, draft-free area for about 1 1/2 hours, until doubled in volume.

Step 7
~3 min

Combine soy sauce, olive oil, and wasabi in a medium bowl. Whisk until blended.

Step 8
~3 min

Whisk in minced fresh ginger. Season to taste with pepper.

Step 9
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400F with a heavy baking sheet on the rack.

Step 10
~3 min

Gently knead the dough to deflate. Divide into 4 equal pieces and shape each into a disk.

Step 11
~3 min

Place on a lightly floured surface, cover with a towel, and let rest for 15 minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Roll out each piece to a 6-inch diameter round.

Step 13
~3 min

Cover the dough rounds again and let rest for 10 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Roll out 2 dough rounds to 8-inch diameter rounds.

Step 15
~3 min

Brush each generously with wasabi sauce.

Step 16
~3 min

Sprinkle the heated baking sheet lightly with flour. Transfer dough rounds to the sheet.

Step 17
~3 min

Bake crusts until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plates.

Step 18
~3 min

Repeat with remaining 2 dough rounds.

Step 19
~3 min

Brush tuna steak with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 20
~3 min

Heat a heavy, large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add tuna.

Step 21
~3 min

Sear until brown outside but still pink inside, about 5 minutes per side.

Step 22
~3 min

Transfer tuna to a work surface. Slice thinly.

Step 23
~3 min

Arrange 1/4 of the tuna on each pizza crust.

Step 24
~3 min

Drizzle each with 1 tablespoon of wasabi sauce and sprinkle with chopped green onions.

Step 25
~3 min

Serve, passing remaining wasabi sauce separately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality tuna for the best flavor.

Be careful not to overcook the tuna; it should be seared on the outside but still pink inside.

Adjust the amount of wasabi to your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 min

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of edamame or a seaweed salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Edamame
Seaweed Salad
Ginger Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion - Japan/Italy

Cultural Significance

Combines elements from Japanese and Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Lunch
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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