🍕 Paneer Tikka Pizza Recipe – Spicy Indian-Style Fusion Pizza

Paneer Tikka Pizza is a mouthwatering fusion of two favorites – spicy Indian paneer tikka and cheesy Italian pizza. This desi-style pizza brings together soft cubes of marinated paneer, crispy vegetables, and a bed of melted cheese on a crunchy pizza base. It’s spicy, smoky, tangy, and absolutely addictive.

Paneer tikka originated in North India as a vegetarian answer to tandoori kebabs. When this bold flavor was introduced on pizza, it became an instant hit in Indian cafes and pizzerias. Making it at home is not only easy but also gives you the freedom to choose how spicy or cheesy you want it!

Perfect for parties, weekends, or even a fancy dinner — this pizza is sure to become your new favorite. 

🧂 Ingredients:

For the paneer tikka marinade:

• 150g paneer (cut into cubes)

• 2 tablespoons thick curd (yogurt)

• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric

• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala

• 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala

• Salt to taste

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

For the pizza:

• 1 pizza base

• 2 tablespoons pizza sauce or butter-garlic spread

• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup chopped onions and capsicum

• Oregano and chili flakes

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👨‍🍳 Steps:

1. Mix all marinade ingredients and coat the paneer cubes. Let them marinate for 15–20 minutes.

2. Lightly sauté or grill the paneer until golden brown. Set aside.

3. Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).

4. Spread pizza sauce on the base and sprinkle cheese.

5. Add marinated paneer, onions, and capsicum.

6. Add another light cheese layer if you want it extra cheesy.

7. Sprinkle oregano and chili flakes.

8. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the cheese melts and the crust turns golden.

9. Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup.

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Paneer Tikka Pizza is my go-to recipe when I want something bold and satisfying. Sometimes I add a spoon of green chutney under the cheese — it gives that real tandoori flavor!