Ingredients
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For the pizza base
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1 store-bought or homemade whole wheat pizza crust (gluten-free optional) whole wheat pizza crust1 store-bought or homemade whole wheat pizza crust (gluten-free optional)
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1 tablespoon olive oil (optional) olive oil1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
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For the masala topping
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2 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and diced potatoes2 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and diced
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1 small red onion, diced red onion1 small red onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced green bell pepper1 green bell pepper, diced
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1 ripe tomato, diced tomato1 ripe tomato, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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1-inch piece ginger, grated ginger1-inch piece ginger, grated
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1 green chili, minced (optional, for heat) green chili1 green chili, minced (optional, for heat)
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1 teaspoon cumin seeds cumin seeds1 teaspoon cumin seeds
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1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder turmeric powder1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
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1 teaspoon garam masala garam masala1 teaspoon garam masala
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1/2 teaspoon ground coriander ground coriander1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder chili powder1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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Salt and black pepper to taste black pepperSalt and black pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon lemon juice lemon juice1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Fresh cilantro, chopped cilantroFresh cilantro, chopped
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For the tomato-cilantro chutney
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro cilantro1/2 cup fresh cilantro
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1/4 cup fresh mint leaves mint leaves1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
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1 small tomato, chopped tomato1 small tomato, chopped
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1 tablespoon lemon juice lemon juice1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin ground cumin1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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Salt to taste saltSalt to taste
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For the cashew raita drizzle (vegan yogurt version)
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1/4 cup plain vegan yogurt or blended soaked cashews vegan yogurt1/4 cup plain vegan yogurt or blended soaked cashews
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1 tablespoon lemon juice lemon juice1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder roasted cumin powder1/4 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
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Salt to taste saltSalt to taste
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2 tablespoons water (to thin, as needed) water2 tablespoons water (to thin, as needed)
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For the salad topping
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1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage purple cabbage1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
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1/4 cup sliced red onion red onion1/4 cup sliced red onion
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1/4 cup julienned carrots carrots1/4 cup julienned carrots
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1 tablespoon lemon juice lemon juice1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Pinch of salt saltPinch of salt
Directions
This recipe brings together the iconic flavors of Mumbai’s Kathi rolls and street-side chutneys in a fun pizza format. The spicy, tangy, herby toppings offer classic Indian flavors with a vegan twist. Perfect for sharing! You can make the base gluten-free by using a gluten-free pizza crust. Adjust the spice level by increasing or reducing green chili and chili powder. If you are nut-free, stick to vegan yogurt for the raita drizzle.
Steps
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1
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Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). If using a pizza stone, heat it as well. |
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2
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Prepare the masala topping: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and (if using) green chili. Sauté until softened. |
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Add diced potatoes, green bell pepper, and tomato. Stir in turmeric, garam masala, ground coriander, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until veggies are softened but not mushy. |
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Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and chopped cilantro. Set aside. |
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5
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Make the tomato-cilantro chutney: Blend cilantro, mint, tomato, lemon juice, ground cumin, and salt to a smooth paste. Set aside. |
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6
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Make the salad topping: Toss cabbage, onion, carrots, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside. |
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Prepare the raita drizzle: Whisk together vegan yogurt or blended cashews, lemon juice, roasted cumin powder, salt, and water until smooth. |
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8
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Assemble the pizza: Place pizza crust on a baking tray. Brush lightly with olive oil (optional). Spread the tomato-cilantro chutney over the base. |
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9
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Evenly distribute the masala topping. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the topping is heated through. |
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10
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Remove from oven. Drizzle with cashew raita, top with the fresh salad, and sprinkle with extra cilantro. |
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11
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Slice and serve hot! |













