Low-carb, juicy & perfect from the Dutch Oven
This pizza is not for purists – but for true meat lovers! Instead of classic yeast dough, a savory ground meat base forms the foundation. Juicy, aromatic, and baked on the grill with a golden-brown cheese crust.
Perfect for everyone who loves pizza – but prefers it heartier.
Ingredients (4 servings)
For the ground meat base:
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800 g mixed ground meat
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 egg
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3–4 tbsp breadcrumbs
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp paprika powder (sweet or smoked)
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1 tsp Italian herbs
For the topping:
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1 can diced tomatoes (well drained or lightly pureed)
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2 tbsp Italian herbs
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100 g Cheddar
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100 g Mozzarella
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Topping of choice (salami, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
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Fresh basil
Preparation
1️. Prepare the ground meat base
Thoroughly mix the ground meat with onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, and spices.
The mixture should be easy to form but not too wet.
Let it rest in the refrigerator for 20 minutes – this will make it more stable.
2️. Preheat the base
Lightly oil the Dutch oven lid or a cast iron pan.
Press the ground meat mixture evenly into it, about 1.5 cm thick.
Pre-cook on the grill over indirect heat at about 180 °C for about 15–20 minutes until the base is stable and starts to brown.
If fat collects, carefully drain it.
3️. Add toppings
Season the tomatoes with Italian herbs and spread thinly over the pre-cooked base.
Top with cheese and desired toppings.
4️. Finish grilling
Grill at 200 °C indirect heat for another 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Optional for extra browning: briefly increase top heat.
5️. Serve
Garnish with fresh basil.
Let it rest briefly, then cut into slices.
💡Tips
- For extra stability, add 1 tbsp grated Parmesan to the ground meat mixture.
- If you like it spicy: add chili flakes.
- Also possible in the oven at 200 °C top/bottom heat.
Many thanks to MC.Ellisda for the inspiration and photos!
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