Pav Bhaji Pizza

Pav Bhaji Pizza is a delightful fusion of traditional Indian street food and Italian pizza, featuring a spiced vegetable mash topped on a crispy base. This vegan dish is both comforting and flavorful, perfect for a fun meal any time of the day.

Ingredients

• Pizza base - 1 large (about 30 cm)
• Mixed vegetables (potatoes, peas, carrots, bell peppers, chopped) - 300 grams
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 medium
• Tomato (pureed) - 2 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Pav Bhaji masala - 2 tablespoons
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Vegan cheese (grated) - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Boil the mixed vegetables in water until soft, then drain and mash them roughly.
2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat, add chopped onions, and sauté until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the pureed tomatoes and cook until the mixture thickens and the oil separates.
5. Add the mashed vegetables, Pav Bhaji masala, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for about 5-7 minutes until well combined.
6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice.
7. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
8. Spread the prepared vegetable mixture evenly over the pizza base.
9. Sprinkle grated vegan cheese on top.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden.
11. Remove from oven, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from mixed vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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