Whether you’re trying to maintain a keto diet or you just want to eat healthier, there are many ways to enjoy the flavors of pizza. You can make a low carb wood fired pizza base and top it with some of your favorite ingredients for a healthy, tasty dinner.

Preparing the dough

Creating a low carb pizza base can be a bit daunting. You can purchase pre-baked dough, but making your own can be a lot easier. The ingredients are easy to find at grocery stores and specialty health food stores. It’s also simple to mix the ingredients by hand, or in a stand mixer.

Before you can make the low carb pizza base, you’ll need to mix the dry ingredients. A typical recipe will call for sugar to aid the yeast. However, proofing the yeast doesn’t affect the carb count.

Using a mixer or a stiff spatula, mix the ingredients together. Then add the egg. If you’re using a mixer, be sure to use the high speed setting to whip the dough.

Once you have all of the ingredients mixed, let the dough rest for at least 10 minutes. This step is critical. The resulting crust is softer and less sticky.

After the dough has rested, you can roll it out onto a parchment paper or a lightly greased baking tray. Make sure the rolled dough is at least 1/8 inch thick. Don’t press too hard. Just enough pressure to keep the edges of the dough from puffing up.

Once the crust is baked, add your desired toppings. If you’re making a low carb keto fathead pizza, you should flip mid-way through cooking to ensure that the cheese is melted.

Toppings for keto-friendly pizza

Keto pizza can be a delicious treat, but you need the right toppings to enjoy it. There are many varieties of keto pizza crusts and toppings available. You can also make your own. However, you need to know which ingredients are safe to use on your diet.

When you’re looking for the perfect keto pizza, you’ll want to focus on the base. It’s important to have a gluten-free base that is not made with regular flour.

The base is usually a yeast-leavened bread dough. This crust has a chewy texture and crispy edges. It’s also keto-friendly, with only 4 grams of net carbs per slice.

The next step is to roll out your keto pizza dough. To do this, use your oily hands and spread the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Next, place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper. If you have a rolling pin, it’s easier to get it all in one go.

Once you’ve rolled out your keto pizza dough, you’ll need to prepare the toppings. The toppings can include all kinds of keto-friendly vegetables. For example, you can use green peppers, mushrooms, and even cheese.

These can all be placed on top of the keto pizza crust. You can add herbs or spices, too. Afterward, place it on a pizza stone or pan and bake. Don’t forget to flip it after it’s browned.

Storing leftovers

Did you know there are numerous ways to store your low carb wood fired pizza base and make the most of it. Here are a few tips on storing your tin foil masterpieces in style.

The one that gets my vote as the most practical is to toss it in the air fryer. This is a simple to use appliance that will ensure you get the most out of your tasty little creation. You will want to ensure that the basket is positioned with the right gap in between the pizza and the basket. To be on the safe side, you could pre-heat the pizza in the oven before placing it in the fryer. It will be interesting to see how many people you can fit in your kitchen at once.

While you are at it, you may want to include some of the following in your next round of nachos or tacos: cheddar, mozzarella, jalapeno, cilantro, and salsa. These ingredients will make for a fun and healthy dinner or snack that will keep your taste buds happy and your waistline in check. Taking the time to prep your kitchen for your next meal will be worth it if you are a dedicated low carb devotee. Your kitchen will thank you in spades.