Sindhi-style Canotto Pizza

Ingredients

In the Sindhi-style Canotto Pizza, we incorporate Sindhi spices and ingredients to give it a distinct flavor profile. The traditional Italian pizza base is topped with a Sindhi-style tomato sauce and a combination of potatoes, onions, and green chilies. These additions bring a touch of spiciness and the unique flavors of Sindhi cuisine to the dish. We alse have the original recipe for Canotto pizza, so you can check it out.

• For the pizza dough: For the pizza dough:
• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water 1/2 cup (120ml) warm water
• For the Sindhi-style tomato sauce: For the Sindhi-style tomato sauce:
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 cup (240ml) tomato puree 1 cup (240ml) tomato puree
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• For the toppings: For the toppings:
• 2 potatoes, boiled and thinly sliced 2 potatoes, boiled and thinly sliced
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 green chilies, thinly sliced 2 green chilies, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup (50g) grated mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup (50g) grated mozzarella cheese
• Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 4g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt for the pizza dough. Mix well.
2. 2.
   Add the olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
3. 3.
   Meanwhile, prepare the Sindhi-style tomato sauce. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion turns translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder to the pan. Cook for a minute to toast the spices.
5. 5.
   Pour in the tomato puree and season with salt. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
6. 6.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
7. 7.
   Once the pizza dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin oval shape.
8. 8.
   Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet. Spread a generous amount of the Sindhi-style tomato sauce over the dough.
9. 9.
   Arrange the sliced potatoes, onions, and green chilies on top of the sauce. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese over the toppings.
10. 10.
    Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted.
11. 11.
    Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Ensure that the potatoes are boiled until they are tender but not mushy. Slice them thinly for even cooking and distribution on the pizza.
• Green chilies — Adjust the amount of green chilies according to your spice preference. You can remove the seeds for a milder heat.
• Tomato puree — If you don't have tomato puree, you can blend fresh tomatoes to make your own puree.

Tips & Tricks

• For a crispier crust, preheat the baking sheet in the oven before placing the rolled dough on it.
• Experiment with different Sindhi spices like amchoor (dried mango powder) or garam masala to add more depth of flavor.
• Customize the toppings by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or tomatoes.
• Serve the Sindhi-style Canotto Pizza with a side of mint chutney or yogurt raita for a refreshing contrast.
• Leftover pizza can be reheated in a toaster oven or on a stovetop griddle for a quick and delicious snack.

Serving advice

Serve the Sindhi-style Canotto Pizza hot, straight from the oven. Cut it into slices and enjoy it as a main course or as a delightful snack.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the pizza with a sprinkle of chaat masala or dried fenugreek leaves. Serve it on a wooden board or a traditional Sindhi-style plate for an authentic touch.