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Pizza Paratha

Pizza paratha is a delicious fusion dish that combines the traditional Indian flatbread, paratha, with classic pizza toppings. This innovative recipe features whole wheat dough stuffed with a mixture of cheese, vegetables, and pizza sauce, resulting in a crispy and flavorful meal that appeals to both Indian and Italian food lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian, Italian
Servings 2 people
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon oil or ghee
  • Water as needed
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated
  • 1/2 cup mixed vegetables chopped
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes

Instructions
 

Prepare the Dough

  • In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt.
  • Add oil or ghee and mix well.
  • Gradually add water while kneading until you form a soft and pliable dough.
  • Cover the dough with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for about 20–30 minutes.

Prepare the Filling

  • In another bowl, mix together grated mozzarella cheese, chopped vegetables, pizza sauce, oregano, and chili flakes. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Roll Out the Parathas

  • Divide the rested dough into equal-sized balls (about the size of a golf ball).
  • Dust your work surface with flour; take one ball of dough and roll it out into a small circle (about 4–5 inches in diameter).
  • Spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce on one side of the rolled-out dough.
  • Spoon some cheese and vegetable filling onto one half of the circle.

Seal the Paratha

  • Fold the other half over to cover the filling; press down gently to seal the edges.
  • You can crimp or pinch the edges to ensure they are well sealed.

Cook the Pizza Paratha

  • Heat a tawa or non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the stuffed paratha on the hot tawa; cook for about 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
  • Flip it over; brush with oil or ghee if desired; cook until both sides are crispy and golden brown.
  • Remove from heat and keep warm while you cook any remaining parathas.

Notes

Variations of Pizza Paratha

  1. Paneer Pizza Paratha:
    • Add crumbled paneer along with vegetables for extra protein.
  2. Spicy Jalapeño Pizza Paratha:
    • Include sliced jalapeños in your filling for an extra kick.
  3. Mushroom & Spinach Pizza Paratha:
    • Sauté mushrooms and spinach before adding them to your filling mixture.
  4. Herbed Tomato Pizza Paratha:
    • Use fresh basil or other herbs along with tomatoes for a fresh flavor profile.
  5. Cheesy Garlic Bread Pizza Paratha:
    • Mix garlic powder into your cheese filling for an aromatic twist.

Cooking Tips for Perfect Pizza Paratha

To ensure your pizza parathas turn out perfectly every time:
  1. Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables and quality cheese enhance flavor significantly.
  2. Knead Well: Knead your dough until smooth to achieve soft chapatis that puff up nicely while cooking.
  3. Resting Time: Allowing your dough to rest helps develop gluten, making rolling easier.
  4. Don’t Overfill: Be careful not to overfill your parathas; this can cause them to burst during cooking.
  5. Adjust Heat Levels: Cook on medium heat; too high can burn them before they cook through.
Keyword Pizza Paratha