Pav Bhaji Pizza

Name: Pav Bhaji Pizza
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 4 small naan breads; (store-bought naan works great); 2 cups leftover Pav Bhaji, preferably thick consistency; (freshly made bhaji works too, but make sure it is not too watery); ½ cup onion, thinly sliced or diced; ½ cup bell pepper, thinly sliced; ½ cup jalapeno rings; 1 - 1½ cups shredded cheese; for garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped

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Complete the plate: A full plate on its own
Serves: 4
Hands-on · total: 10 min · 22 min
Walk-away: No

Made from leftovers: needs leftover Classic Pav Bhaji. It only shows up in Tonight once that leftover is added.

Quick with bread. About 10 min if you have bread ready.

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Worth knowing

The most important thing is using thick Pav Bhaji. Regular Pav Bhaji meant for eating with pav is usually too loose and can make the naan soggy.
This is an amazing leftover makeover recipe. The flavors of Pav Bhaji actually get even better the next day!
You can use mini naans, pita bread, tortillas, or even a regular pizza crust.
For a restaurant-style finish, brush the naan edges with a little butter before baking.
Add jalapeños or chili flakes if you like a little extra heat.
Cheese brands vary a lot in vegetarian availability, so use whichever shredded cheese works best for you. A good melting cheese like mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend works beautifully.

Day 2 plan

Best fresh. If saving, refrigerate slices and reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

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Ingredients & method

Prep

10 mins

Cook

12 mins

Total

22 mins

Serves

Ingredients

4small naan breads

(store-bought naan works great)

2 cupsleftover Pav Bhaji, preferably thick consistency

(freshly made bhaji works too, but make sure it is not too watery)

½ cuponion, thinly sliced or diced½ cupbell pepper, thinly sliced½ cupjalapeno rings(optional)1 - 1½ cupsshredded cheesefor garnishFresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Prepare the Pizza
01
Preheat oven to 400 - 425°F.
02
Place naan on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
03
Spread a thin layer of Pav Bhaji spread over the naan.
04
Add a layer of thick Pav Bhaji.
05
Top with chopped onions, bell peppers, and any additional vegetables.
06
Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
07
Bake for 8 - 12 minutes until the cheese melts and the edges become slightly crisp.
08
Remove from the oven and finish with fresh cilantro.
09
Slice and serve warm.
10
This Pav Bhaji Pizza is the perfect way to turn leftover Pav Bhaji into something completely new. It’s a fun fusion dish that brings together two comfort foods - the spicy, flavorful Mumbai street food classic and the cheesy pizza experience.
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It’s also a great DIY family dinner activity where everyone can customize their own naan pizza with their favorite toppings.

Worth knowing

The most important thing is using thick Pav Bhaji. Regular Pav Bhaji meant for eating with pav is usually too loose and can make the naan soggy.
This is an amazing leftover makeover recipe. The flavors of Pav Bhaji actually get even better the next day!
You can use mini naans, pita bread, tortillas, or even a regular pizza crust.
For a restaurant-style finish, brush the naan edges with a little butter before baking.
Add jalapeños or chili flakes if you like a little extra heat.
Cheese brands vary a lot in vegetarian availability, so use whichever shredded cheese works best for you. A good melting cheese like mozzarella, cheddar, or a blend works beautifully.

Day 2 plan

Best fresh. If saving, refrigerate slices and reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

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