Uttar Pradesh Style Aloo Tikki Pizza

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional Italian pizza is transformed into a desi delight by replacing the regular pizza toppings with spicy Aloo Tikki. The flavors are enhanced with the addition of Indian spices and the use of tangy tomato sauce. The crust remains crispy and fluffy, just like the original, but the toppings give it a distinct Uttar Pradesh twist. We alse have the original recipe for Pizza patatosa, 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
• 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water
• For the tomato sauce: For the tomato sauce:
• 1 cup (240g) tomato puree 1 cup (240g) tomato puree
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• For the Aloo Tikki: For the Aloo Tikki:
• 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed 4 medium-sized potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Oil for frying Oil for frying
• For the pizza toppings: For the pizza toppings:
• Grated mozzarella cheese Grated mozzarella cheese
• Chopped onions Chopped onions
• Chopped tomatoes Chopped tomatoes
• Chopped green chilies Chopped green chilies
• Chopped coriander leaves Chopped coriander leaves

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 5g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 5g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt for the pizza dough. Add olive oil and warm water. Mix well until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
2. 2.
   In the meantime, prepare the tomato sauce by combining tomato puree, dried oregano, red chili flakes, sugar, and salt in a saucepan. Cook over low heat for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
3. 3.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cumin powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, chaat masala, and salt for the Aloo Tikki. Mix well to form a smooth mixture. Shape the mixture into small patties and shallow fry them in oil until golden brown. Set aside.
4. 4.
   Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
5. 5.
   Take the risen pizza dough and punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin circle.
6. 6.
   Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread a generous amount of tomato sauce on each pizza base.
7. 7.
   Arrange the Aloo Tikki patties on top of the sauce. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese, chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves over the Aloo Tikki.
8. 8.
   Bake the pizzas in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese melts.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let the pizzas cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to boil the potatoes until they are fully cooked and easily mashable. This will ensure a smooth texture for the Aloo Tikki.
• Tomato sauce — Adjust the seasoning of the tomato sauce according to your taste preferences. You can add more or less chili flakes depending on your desired level of spiciness.

Tips & Tricks

• For a healthier version, you can bake the Aloo Tikki instead of frying them.
• Experiment with different toppings such as paneer, bell peppers, or sweet corn to add more variety to your Aloo Tikki Pizza.
• Serve the pizza with a side of mint chutney or tamarind chutney for an extra burst of flavor.
• If you prefer a spicier pizza, sprinkle some red chili powder or chaat masala on top before baking.
• To make the pizza crust extra crispy, preheat the baking sheet or pizza stone before placing the rolled dough on it.

Serving advice

Serve the Uttar Pradesh Style Aloo Tikki Pizza hot and fresh. Cut it into slices and garnish with additional chopped coriander leaves for a vibrant presentation. This pizza pairs well with a side of mint chutney or tomato ketchup.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the Aloo Tikki Pizza, sprinkle some chaat masala on top before serving. This will add a pop of color and a tangy flavor to the dish. Serve it on a wooden pizza board or a colorful plate to make it visually appealing.