Meal Prep · Indian
Indian Pizza Puff
A delightful fusion of crispy puff pastry and spiced Indian pizza filling, perfect for a quick snack or meal.
Ingredients
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Step-by-step- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped mixed vegetables and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, oregano, and salt. Cook for another minute.
- Remove from heat, add crumbled paneer, pizza sauce, 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, and fresh cilantro. Mix well and let the filling cool slightly.
- Unroll the puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares. You should have 12 squares in total.
- Place a spoonful of the cooled filling onto one half of each puff pastry square. Moisten the edges with water or the egg/milk wash.
- Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or a rectangle. Press the edges firmly to seal, then crimp with a fork to ensure a tight seal.
- Brush the tops of the puffs with the egg wash or milk. Sprinkle a little extra mozzarella cheese on top of each puff.
- Arrange the puffs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up. Serve hot with ketchup or mint chutney.
Nutrition
Per serving| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
Storage & Freezer Guide
Make it last Refrigerator 3-4 days
Store cooled pizza puffs in an airtight container. They may lose some crispness.
Freezer Up to 1 month
To freeze, place baked and cooled puffs in a single layer on a baking sheet to flash freeze. Once solid, transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. Can also freeze unbaked puffs on a tray then transfer to a bag.
Reheat Oven/Air fryer
Reheat baked puffs in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or in an air fryer at 325°F (160°C) for 5-8 minutes, until heated through and crispy. If reheating from frozen, add extra time.
Chef’s Corner
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of chaat masala to the filling. You can also experiment with different vegetables like finely chopped spinach or capsicum.
- Ensure your puff pastry is properly thawed but still cold for best results. Overworking the pastry can make it tough.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add finely chopped green chilies to the vegetable mixture. For a richer taste, use ghee instead of olive oil for sautéing.
