a quick and easy recipe for a delicious, potato-based dish that’s even better than pizza. You only need a few ingredients and a little time to make it. This dish uses grated potatoes as the base, so it’s super simple, budget-friendly, and packed with flavor!
### **Better Than Pizza: Grated Potato “Pizza” Recipe**
#### **Ingredients:**
– **For the Potato Base:**
– 4 large potatoes (peeled)
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, but adds great flavor)
– 1 egg (to help bind the potatoes)
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1-2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
– **For the Toppings:**
– 1/2 cup pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
– 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/4 cup pepperoni slices (or any topping of your choice)
– Fresh basil leaves (optional)
– A sprinkle of red pepper flakes (optional)
#### **Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Potato Base:**
– Peel the potatoes and grate them using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, and squeeze out any excess moisture. This helps create a crispier crust.
– In a mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, Parmesan cheese (optional), egg, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well so that the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasonings.
2. **Cook the Potato Base:**
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, spread the grated potato mixture into the pan, pressing it down with a spatula to form a thin, even layer.
– Cook the potato base for about 5-7 minutes, or until the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Flip the base carefully and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes until it’s golden and crispy. You can use a plate to help flip the potato crust if it’s easier.
3. **Add the Toppings:**
– Once the potato base is cooked and crispy, spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on top of it.
– Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
– Add your preferred toppings, such as pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, or even olives.
4. **Melt the Cheese:**
– Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the cheese melt for about 2-3 minutes, or until bubbly and melted.
5. **Serve:**
– Remove the “pizza” from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Slice it into wedges, garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes (if desired), and serve immediately.
#### **Tips:**
– You can add any of your favorite pizza toppings like cooked sausage, bell peppers, onions, or even bacon.
– For a healthier version, consider using sweet potatoes for the base.
– You can also bake the potato base in the oven if you prefer a less greasy option—just bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
Enjoy this quick, easy, and budget-friendly potato “pizza” that’s crispy, cheesy, and totally delicious!