Description
Schezwan Paneer Pizza is a delightful fusion dish combining the bold, spicy flavors of Indo-Chinese Schezwan sauce with the creamy texture of paneer and classic Italian-style pizza elements. This recipe features a crisp pizza crust topped with sautéed paneer, colorful bell peppers, onions, sweet corn, and generous amounts of melted mozzarella cheese, finished with aromatic herbs and a kick of chili flakes, perfect for those who love spicy, flavorful meals.
Ingredients
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For the Pizza Base and Sauce
- 1 prepared pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup Schezwan sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
For the Paneer Topping
- 1 cup paneer (Indian cottage cheese), cubed
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic paste
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
For the Vegetables and Cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup sweet corn (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the pizza perfectly.
- Sauté Paneer: In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add garlic paste and sauté briefly until fragrant. Add cubed paneer and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add soy sauce and chili flakes, tossing the paneer well to coat evenly. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the Schezwan sauce and tomato ketchup until fully blended, creating a spicy and tangy pizza base sauce.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread the prepared sauce evenly over the pizza crust. Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the sautéed paneer cubes, sliced bell peppers, red onions, and sweet corn evenly on top. Finish by adding the remaining shredded cheese over the toppings.
- Bake Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese on top is fully melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the crust is crisp and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with dried oregano and extra chili flakes for added spice. Optionally, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or basil leaves. Slice the pizza and serve hot for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can substitute the pizza crust with naan or flatbread for a quick, personal-sized pizza option.
- Adjust the spice levels by modifying the amount of Schezwan sauce according to your tolerance for heat.
- For a deeper, more infused flavor, marinate the paneer cubes in the soy sauce, garlic paste, and chili flakes mixture before sautéing.
