How to make Shatkora Chicken Pizza

Creating a Shatkora Chicken Pizza combines the unique flavors of Bengali cuisine with the concept of a classic pizza. Shatkora, a type of citrus fruit commonly used in Bengali cooking, adds a distinctive tangy flavor to this fusion dish. Here’s how you can make Shatkora Chicken Pizza:

Ingredients:

For the Pizza Base:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Olive oil

For the Shatkora Chicken Topping:

• Boneless chicken breast or thigh, cut into small pieces
• Shatkora (available in specialty stores or substitute with lemon or lime zest)
• Onion, thinly sliced
• Garlic cloves, minced
• Ginger, minced
• Green chilies, chopped (adjust according to spice preference)
• Yogurt
• Turmeric powder
• Red chili powder
• Coriander powder
• Cumin powder
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh cilantro (coriander leaves), chopped

Instructions:

1. Preparing the Pizza Base:

• Preheat your oven according to the pizza dough instructions.
• Roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape on a floured surface.
• Place the dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
• Lightly brush the dough with olive oil.

2. Making the Shatkora Chicken Topping:

• In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with yogurt, minced garlic, minced ginger, chopped green chilies, turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Ensure the chicken is well-coated with the marinade. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
• Heat some oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook until they are soft and golden brown.
• Add the marinated chicken mixture to the skillet and cook until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
• Once cooked, add shatkora zest (or lemon/lime zest) to the chicken mixture. Adjust the amount of zest based on your preference for tanginess.

3. Assembling the Shatkora Chicken Pizza:

• Spread the cooked Shatkora chicken mixture evenly over the prepared pizza dough, leaving a border around the edges for the crust.
• Sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro over the chicken topping.

4. Baking the Pizza:

• Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven.
• Bake according to the pizza dough instructions or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.

5. Serving:

• Once baked, remove the Shatkora Chicken Pizza from the oven.
• Allow it to cool slightly before slicing.
• Serve hot and enjoy the unique flavors of Bengali-inspired Shatkora Chicken Pizza!

Feel free to adjust the spice levels and amount of shatkora zest according to your taste preferences. This fusion dish offers a delightful combination of tangy, spicy, and aromatic flavors on a classic pizza base.