Recipe

Turkmen-Style Bufalina Pizza

Turkmen Delight: A Fusion of Italian and Turkmen Flavors in Bufalina Pizza

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of Italian and Turkmen cuisines with this Turkmen-Style Bufalina Pizza. This recipe combines the traditional Italian flavors of a classic bufalina pizza with the unique spices and ingredients of Turkmen cuisine, resulting in a mouthwatering dish that will transport your taste buds to a whole new world.

Pizza› Pizza bufalina

European cuisine› Mediterranean cuisine› Italian cuisine

Asian cuisine› Central Asian cuisine› Turkmen cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

12-15 minutes

Total time

32-35 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher, Nut-free, Soy-free

Allergens

Dairy (suzma cheese)

Not suitable for

Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Paleo

Ingredients

In this Turkmen adaptation of the Italian bufalina pizza, we replace the traditional mozzarella cheese with Turkmen suzma, a creamy buffalo cheese. Additionally, we infuse the tomato sauce with Turkmen spices such as cumin and coriander, and finish the pizza with a drizzle of pomegranate molasses for a unique sweet and sour touch. We alse have the original recipe for Pizza bufalina, so you can check it out.

1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce 1 cup (240 ml) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
8 ounces (225 g) suzma cheese (Turkmen buffalo cheese) 8 ounces (225 g) suzma cheese (Turkmen buffalo cheese)
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 6g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 6g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1.
Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2.
Roll out the pizza dough into a thin circle and place it on a baking sheet.
3.
In a small bowl, mix the tomato sauce with cumin and coriander.
4.
Spread the spiced tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
5.
Crumble the suzma cheese over the sauce, distributing it evenly.
6.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
7.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with pomegranate molasses.
9.
Slice and serve the Turkmen-Style Bufalina Pizza while still warm.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Suzma cheese — If suzma cheese is not available, you can substitute it with fresh buffalo mozzarella or any other creamy cheese with a mild flavor.

Tips & Tricks

For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven before placing the rolled-out dough on it.
Experiment with different spices to customize the flavor profile of the pizza. Turkmen cuisine often incorporates spices like turmeric, paprika, and fenugreek.
If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a sprinkle of sugar to the tomato sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkmen-Style Bufalina Pizza as a main course accompanied by a fresh salad of mixed greens and a side of yogurt cucumber dip.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley or cilantro over the pizza before serving. The vibrant green color will add a pop of freshness.