How to make Pabda Jhol Pizza

Making a fusion dish like Pabda Jhol Pizza involves combining elements of Bengali cuisine (specifically Pabda Jhol, a fish curry) with the concept of a pizza. Here’s a guide on how you can create Pabda Jhol Pizza:

Ingredients:

For the Pabda Jhol:

• Pabda fish fillets (or any white fish fillets like tilapia or cod)
• Mustard oil
• Onion, finely chopped
• Ginger-garlic paste
• Tomato, chopped
• Green chilies, slit
• Turmeric powder
• Red chili powder
• Cumin powder
• Coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• Water
• Fresh coriander leaves, chopped

For the Pizza:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Pizza sauce or marinara sauce
• Shredded mozzarella cheese
• Olive oil
• Optional toppings like sliced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pabda Jhol:

• Heat mustard oil in a pan.
• Add finely chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
• Add ginger-garlic paste and cook until the raw smell disappears.
• Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
• Add slit green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
• Add water to create a gravy consistency and bring it to a simmer.
• Gently add fish fillets to the gravy, cover, and let it cook for a few minutes until the fish is cooked through.
• Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• If using store-bought dough, follow the instructions on the packaging for prepping and rolling out the dough.
• If making homemade dough, prepare it according to your favorite pizza dough recipe. Roll it out into a round or rectangular shape on a floured surface.

3. Assemble the Pizza:

• Preheat your oven to the temperature specified for your pizza dough (usually around 450°F or as directed).
• Place the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Brush the dough with olive oil.
• Spread a layer of pizza sauce or marinara sauce evenly over the dough.
• Carefully spoon the prepared Pabda Jhol (along with fish pieces) over the sauce, distributing it evenly over the pizza dough.
• Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the Pabda Jhol mixture.
• Add any additional toppings you desire, such as sliced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños.

4. Bake the Pizza:

• Place the assembled pizza into the preheated oven.
• Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
• Keep an eye on the pizza while it bakes to ensure it doesn’t overcook.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

• Once done, remove the Pabda Jhol Pizza from the oven.
• Let it cool slightly before slicing.
• Serve hot and savor the unique fusion flavors of this Bengali-inspired pizza!

Feel free to adjust the ingredients and proportions based on your taste preferences. This creative dish combines the spicy and flavorful elements of Pabda Jhol with the comfort of a classic pizza, making it a delightful and unique meal to enjoy.