Here’s a delicious recipe for Malai Pizza, a unique fusion dish that combines the creaminess of malai (cream) with pizza flavors:
Ingredients
For the Malai Base:
- 1 cup fresh cream (malai)
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
For the Pizza:
- 1 ready-made pizza base or homemade dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/2 cup onions (sliced)
- 1/2 cup mushrooms (sliced)
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken or paneer (optional)
- Olive oil for drizzling
- Oregano and chili flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Malai Base:
- In a bowl, mix the fresh cream, yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, garam masala, red chili powder, salt, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Place the pizza base on a baking tray.
- Spread a generous layer of the malai mixture over the base.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, followed by bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and any cooked chicken or paneer if using.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the toppings.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Once out of the oven, sprinkle oregano and chili flakes on top.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Slice and serve hot!
Enjoy your creamy, flavorful Malai Pizza!
