“Masala Papad Pizza – A Delectable Fusion Snack”

“Masala Papad Pizza – A Delectable Fusion Snack”

Discover the ultimate Indian-Italian fusion snack - Masala Papad Pizza! This advanced level vegetarian recipe combines flavorsome papads with classic Italian pizza toppings for a visually stunning and mouthwatering dish that's perfect for your next party or gathering.

Time: Prep - 10 mins; Cook - 25 mins; Total - 35 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Advanced
Cuisine: Indian-Italian fusion

Allergens

Dairy (Paneer)

Ingredients

  • 10 papads (Indian thin flatbread)
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 cup paneer (Indian cheese), cubed
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup coriander leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Olive oil, for cooking

Instructions

  1. a. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and green chili until softened. b. Add garam masala powder and red chili powder, cook for 1 minute. c. Stir in tomato sauce and bring to boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes. d. In another pan, cook paneer cubes in a separate pan with olive oil until golden brown. e. Assemble the Masala Papad Pizza by spreading tomato sauce over each papad, topping with cooked paneer and garnishing with chopped coriander leaves.

Chef’s Insight

To enhance aroma, add a pinch of asafoetida to the onion and chili mixture during sautéing.

Notes

Feel free to customize the pizza with your favorite Indian spices and vegetables.

Cultural or Historical Background

Masala Papad Pizza combines Indian and Italian cuisines, reflecting India's rich history of culinary fusion.