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Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza

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This delicious Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza brings together the bold flavors of Indian tandoori spices with the crispy goodness of naan and melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a perfect fusion of two of your favorite cuisines!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Base:

  • 1 naan bread (~180g or 6.3 oz)
  • 2 tbsp pizza sauce
  • 120g (4.2 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

For the Tandoori Paneer Marinade:

  • 150g (5.3 oz) paneer, diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp yogurt
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
  • 1 tsp tandoori masala
  • ½ tsp chaat masala
  • ½ tsp garlic-ginger paste

For the Toppings:

  • ½ bell pepper (red or green), sliced (~60g or 2 oz)
  • ⅓ medium red onion, sliced (~50g or 1.8 oz)
  • Fresh coriander, roughly chopped

Instructions

1. Prepare the Paneer Marinade:

  • In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp yogurt, 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder, 1 tsp tandoori masala, ½ tsp chaat masala, and ½ tsp garlic-ginger paste until smooth.
  • Add 150g (5.3 oz) paneer and toss to coat.
  • Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Pro Tip: Marinating overnight gives the paneer even more flavor!

2. Preheat the Oven:

  • Heat your oven to 250°C (482°F).
  • Place a baking tray or pizza stone inside to warm up.

Avoid This: Skipping the preheating step can make your naan soggy.

3. Assemble the Pizza:

  • Spread 2 tbsp pizza sauce over 1 naan.
  • Sprinkle half of the 120g mozzarella cheese.
  • Top with marinated paneer, ½ bell pepper (~60g or 2 oz), and ⅓ sliced red onion (~50g or 1.8 oz).
  • Add the rest of the cheese and sprinkle ½ tsp dried oregano.

Tip: Make sure your toppings are spread evenly for a beautiful, colorful pizza!

4. Bake:

  • Place the naan pizza on the preheated tray and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the naan is golden and crispy.

What to Watch For: The cheese should be golden with a bit of brown, and the naan should be nice and crisp.

5. Garnish and Serve:

  • Take the pizza out of the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro.
  • Slice and enjoy!

Smell Test: The aroma of tandoori spices and melted cheese will have you drooling!

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

  • Try it with a mint yogurt dip or green chutney.
  • Pair it with a simple salad or some crispy masala fries.

Tips & Tricks:

  • Want more heat? Add some sliced jalapeños or chili flakes.
  • Using garlic naan instead of plain naan takes the flavor up a notch.
  • Let your paneer sit at room temperature for better marination.

Storage & Reheating:

  • Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake for 5-7 minutes to keep it crispy.
  • Freezing: Not recommended, as freezing could change the texture of the naan and paneer.

Find it online: https://recipesh.com/tandoori-paneer-pizza-naan/