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Tawa Pizza

# **🍕 Tawa Pizza – Detailed Recipe**

## **Food Categories:**

Fast Food, Street Food, Indian Fusion, Snack, Vegetarian (if using only veggies)

## **Meal Category:**

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack (suitable for all depending on serving style)

## **Meal Type:**

Main Course / Snack

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# **⭐ Ingredients**

## **For the Pizza Base (using ready-made base or roti)**

* 1 medium-sized pizza base **or** 1 thick roti/paratha
* 1–2 tsp butter or oil (for roasting)

## **For the Pizza Sauce**

* 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
* 1 tbsp tomato puree or pizza pasta sauce
* ½ tsp red chilli flakes
* ½ tsp mixed herbs / oregano
* ¼ tsp black pepper powder
* Salt to taste

*(You can also use ready-made pizza sauce.)*

## **For the Vegetable Toppings**

* ¼ cup onions, sliced
* ¼ cup capsicum (green/red/yellow), sliced
* ¼ cup tomatoes, deseeded & sliced
* ¼ cup boiled sweet corn (optional)
* ¼ cup mushrooms (optional)
* 4–5 olives (optional)

## **For Cheese**

* ½ to 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
* 1 tbsp processed cheese (optional for extra flavor)

## **Seasonings**

* ½ tsp oregano
* ½ tsp chilli flakes
* A pinch of salt
* A pinch of black pepper

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# **🔥 Instructions: Step-by-Step**

## **Step 1: Prepare the Tawa**

1. Place a heavy tawa (iron or non-stick) on medium flame.
2. Spread **1 tsp butter or oil**.
3. Keep the flame on **low** once the tawa is hot.

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## **Step 2: Toast the Pizza Base**

1. Place the pizza base/roti on the tawa.
2. Toast it lightly for 20–30 seconds until slightly firm.
3. Remove it and keep aside.

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## **Step 3: Spread the Sauce**

1. On the toasted side, spread **pizza sauce mixture** evenly.
2. Ensure the sauce reaches the edges for best flavor.

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## **Step 4: Add Toppings**

1. Add a generous layer of **cheese** first (this sticks veggies well).
2. Spread veggies: onions, capsicum, tomatoes, corn, mushrooms, olives.
3. Add another thin sprinkle of cheese on top.

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## **Step 5: Cook the Tawa Pizza**

1. Place the topped pizza back on the tawa.
2. Cover it with a lid to melt the cheese properly.
3. Cook for **6–8 minutes on low flame**.
4. Check occasionally to avoid burning.
5. Once the cheese melts and base becomes crisp, switch off the flame.

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## **Step 6: Final Toppings & Serve**

1. Sprinkle **oregano, chilli flakes, pepper** (optional).
2. Cut into slices using a pizza cutter or sharp knife.
3. Serve hot & enjoy!

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# **💡 Tips for Best Tawa Pizza**

* Always cook on **low flame** to avoid burning the base.
* Use a **thick bottomed tawa** for even heat.
* Add cheese at two layers for a perfect stretch.
* You can use **naan or kulcha** instead of pizza base for a fusion twist.
* Add paneer cubes or sausage if preferred.

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