Description
Indian-inspired naan pizza blends traditional flatbread with classic pizza toppings in a quick, delightful fusion meal. Crispy, cheesy slices promise a flavor adventure you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Naan Pizza Ingredients:
Bread:
- 2 pieces naan bread
Cheese and Protein:
- 1 1/2 cups (340 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) sliced pepperoni
Main Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) pizza sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Optional Ingredients:
- Handful fresh basil, chopped
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 425F (220C) to ensure optimal cooking temperature for crispy naan pizza.
- Position naan bread on a baking sheet, applying a light coat of olive oil across the surface and seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Distribute pizza sauce uniformly over each naan bread, creating a smooth and even base layer.
- Generously scatter shredded mozzarella cheese across the sauced surface, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange pepperoni slices and additional preferred toppings strategically over the cheese layer.
- Transfer the prepared naan pizzas into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese melts completely and develops a golden, bubbly texture.
- Remove from oven and elevate the dish’s presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped basil and optional crushed red pepper flakes for an aromatic and spicy finish.
Notes
- Swap traditional naan for gluten-free versions to accommodate dietary restrictions and make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Experiment with alternative protein toppings like grilled chicken, plant-based sausage, or roasted vegetables for varied nutritional profiles.
- Reduce cheese quantity or use dairy-free alternatives to create a lighter, lower-calorie pizza option that still delivers incredible flavor.
- Pre-toast naan briefly before adding toppings to ensure a crispy, golden-brown base that prevents soggy bread and enhances overall texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg