Fig Pizza Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon black tea powder
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for brushing
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh figs, sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/2 cup arugula
• 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:

Prepare the Black Tea Dough:

• In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and black tea powder. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the tea is infused. Let it cool for a few minutes.
• In a large bowl, mix the flour and yeast. Add the cooled black tea mixture and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms.
• Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Pizza:

• Preheat your oven to the highest setting, usually around 500°F (260°C). Punch down the risen dough and knead it briefly to release air.
• Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thin circle, about 12 inches in diameter.
• Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet dusted with cornmeal. Brush the dough with a thin layer of olive oil.

Assemble the Pizza:

• Scatter the sliced red onion over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge.
• Arrange the sliced figs on top of the onions.
• Crumble the goat cheese evenly over the figs.

Bake the Pizza:

• Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Finish and Serve:

• Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two.
• Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the pizza, then scatter the arugula on top. Season with freshly ground black pepper.
• Slice the pizza and serve immediately, enjoying the combination of the black tea-infused crust, sweet figs, tangy goat cheese, and peppery arugula.
• Your Fig Pizza with a hint of black tea is ready to be savored, perfect for a light lunch or a dinner party appetizer.