Malai Boti Pizza Recipe

A fusion of the creamy, flavorful malai boti topping on a pizza base, combining the traditional taste of Malai Boti with the cheesy goodness of pizza.

Ingredients:

For the Pizza Dough:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp instant yeast

• 1/2 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3/4 cup warm water (adjust as needed)

For Malai Boti Marinade:

• 500g boneless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)

• 1/2 cup yogurt

• 1/4 cup fresh cream

• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste

• 1 tbsp green chili paste

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp garam masala powder

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp white pepper

• 1/2 tsp coriander powder

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Salt to taste

• 2 tbsp oil (for grilling)

For the Pizza Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tsp chili sauce

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

• 1 small onion, thinly sliced

• 1 small green bell pepper, thinly sliced

• 1 small tomato, thinly sliced (optional)

• Black olives (optional)

• Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

• In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

• Add olive oil and gradually add warm water while mixing until a soft dough forms.

• Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

• Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1-1.5 hours or until it doubles in size.

2. Marinate and Cook the Malai Boti:

• In a bowl, mix yogurt, cream, ginger garlic paste, green chili paste, cumin powder, garam masala, black pepper, white pepper, coriander powder, lemon juice, and salt.

• Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

• Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat, add oil, and grill the marinated chicken pieces until fully cooked and slightly charred. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Pizza Sauce:

• In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, chili sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

• Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Assemble the Pizza:

• Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F).

• Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and place it onto a pizza stone or baking sheet.

• Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.

5. Add Toppings:

• Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the sauce.

• Evenly distribute the cooked malai boti chicken pieces over the cheese.

• Add sliced onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, and black olives if using.

6. Bake the Pizza:

• Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

• Keep an eye on the pizza to prevent burning.

7. Garnish and Serve:

• Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

• Slice the pizza and serve hot.

Enjoy your homemade Malai Boti Pizza! A creamy, spicy, and cheesy twist to the classic pizza with a Pakistani touch.