What is the purpose of the chilled plant-based butter in the dough?

The chilled plant-based butter helps create a tender and flaky texture in the flatbread. By blending it into the dry ingredients until coarse crumbs form, it ensures the dough has small pockets of fat that melt during baking, resulting in a softer base.

How can I tell when the flatbread pizza is fully baked?

The flatbread pizza is ready when the edges turn golden brown, and the cheese is fully melted. Make sure the bottom of the flatbread is firm and slightly crisp but not burnt. If in doubt, you can lift the edge of the flatbread with a spatula to check the underside.

Can I prepare the dough in advance and store it?

Yes, you can prepare the dough in advance. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Let it come to room temperature before rolling it out to prevent cracking.

Jain-Friendly Flatbread Pizza Recipe

Name: Jain-Friendly Flatbread Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 Piece Red Bell Pepper, 1pcs | Gopuff; - Tata Salt; 690 Ml Casa Marrazzo Organic Tomato Passata, 690Ml; 113G Royal Baking Powder Tin, 113G; 200G Mergulo Original Plant-Based Butter; 500 g McDougall's Pre-Sifted Plain Flour 500g; 350 g Cathedral City Mature Cheddar Cheese 350g; 1000 ml Daylesford Organic Semi-Skimmed Unhomogenised Milk 1L

Fusion cuisine · 580 calories

About this recipe

A simple and delicious Jain-friendly flatbread pizza perfect for dinner. This recipe uses wholesome ingredients and avoids root vegetables, making it ideal for those following Jain dietary guidelines.

Ingredients

1 Piece Red Bell Pepper, 1pcs | Gopuff
- Tata Salt
690 Ml Casa Marrazzo Organic Tomato Passata, 690Ml
113G Royal Baking Powder Tin, 113G
200G Mergulo Original Plant-Based Butter
500 g McDougall's Pre-Sifted Plain Flour 500g
350 g Cathedral City Mature Cheddar Cheese 350g
1000 ml Daylesford Organic Semi-Skimmed Unhomogenised Milk 1L

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups (about 320 g) of plain flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
2. Add 1/4 cup (60 g) of chilled butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually pour in 240 ml (1 cup) of milk, mixing until a firm dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a surface floured with a little extra flour and knead gently for 1-2 minutes. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.
5. Using a floured rolling pin, roll each piece into a 18-20 cm (7 to 8-inch) circle.
6. Place the rolled-out dough circles on a greased baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Top each flatbread with a spoonful of tomato passata (150 ml in total), 150 g of grated mature cheddar shared between them, and 1 deseeded, chopped red bell pepper.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted.
9. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm. Serves 4 (one flatbread each).

How to make Jain-Friendly Flatbread Pizza

Mix the dry base. In a large mixing bowl combine 2 1/2 cups of flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Cut in the fat. Add 1/4 cup chilled butter and blend it in with your fingers or a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Form the dough. Gradually pour in 1 cup of milk until a firm dough forms, knead gently 1-2 minutes on a floured surface and divide it into 4 pieces.
Roll and top. Roll each piece into a 7 to 8-inch circle, place on a greased baking sheet and top with tomato passata, grated cheese and bell peppers.
Bake and serve. Bake at 375°F (190C) for 12 to 15 minutes until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted, then cool slightly and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the chilled plant-based butter in the dough?: The chilled plant-based butter helps create a tender and flaky texture in the flatbread. By blending it into the dry ingredients until coarse crumbs form, it ensures the dough has small pockets of fat that melt during baking, resulting in a softer base.
How can I tell when the flatbread pizza is fully baked?: The flatbread pizza is ready when the edges turn golden brown, and the cheese is fully melted. Make sure the bottom of the flatbread is firm and slightly crisp but not burnt. If in doubt, you can lift the edge of the flatbread with a spatula to check the underside.
Can I prepare the dough in advance and store it?: Yes, you can prepare the dough in advance. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Let it come to room temperature before rolling it out to prevent cracking.