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Vegetarian Pita Pizza with Haitian Epis

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Looking for a fast, flavorful meal for lunch or dinner? This vegetarian pita pizza recipe is a simple way to enjoy pizza without the heavy tomato sauce. Instead of marinara, it uses Haitian epis as the base, which gives the pizza a bold, savory flavor in just minutes.

Haitian epis is a traditional seasoning blend made from fresh herbs, garlic, onions, peppers, and spices. It’s commonly used in Haitian cooking to flavor rice, beans, soups, and vegetables. When you spread epis on pita bread, it acts like a sauce—similar to tomato sauce—but with a brighter,
more herbal taste. That makes this a great tomato-free pizza recipe for people who want something different or can’t eat tomatoes.

This recipe is great for Haitian cooks who already love epis, and it’s also perfect for anyone new to Caribbean flavors. With spinach, vegetarian sausage, red onion, and mozzarella, this vegetarian pita pizza recipe is balanced, healthy, and easy to customize.

You can also make Haitian epis pizza with Cassava
Flour Pizza Crust.



Vegetarian Pita Pizza with Haitian Epis
Servings

1 pita

Prep time

5 minutes

Cooking Time

8–10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pita bread
  • 2–3 Tbsp Madame Sarah Fresh Epis
  • ½ cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup vegetarian sausage, sliced or crumbled
  • 2–3 Tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼–⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    (Use plant-based mozzarella for a vegan version)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven:
    Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400°F (205°C). Place a baking sheet inside to heat if you like a crispier crust.
  2. Prepare the base:
    Place the pita bread on a baking sheet. Spread the Madame Sarah Fresh Epis evenly over the pita, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Add toppings:
    Layer the spinach evenly over the epis. Top with vegetarian sausage and red onion.
  4. Add cheese:
    Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the pizza. For a lighter pizza, use less cheese or skip it entirely.
  5. Bake:
    Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the pita are lightly crisped.
  6. Serve:
    Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy.

Optional Vegetarian Pita Pizza Topping Ideas

  • Sliced mushrooms
  • Bell peppers
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Roasted eggplant slices
  • Artichoke hearts
  • Olives

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