Deliciously Rustic: Kulhad Pizza Recipe in 10 mintues for a Unique Twist

Tired of the same old pizza recipes? Looking to spice up your weekend with some rustic culinary magic? Then it’s time to try kulhad-pizza – a uniquely flavoursome and fun way to enjoy everybody’s favourite cheesy treat!

In this post, I’ll walk you through how to make mouthwatering kulhad-pizzas from scratch. We’ll cover everything from choosing the right clay pots to preparing the dough and tantalizing toppings.

Follow along and soon you’ll be hosting impromptu kulhad-pizza parties for family and friends!

Kulhad Pizza: An Overview

Kulhad-pizza is essentially pizza baked in cute small clay pots or kulhads. This imparts a delightful earthen aroma and flavour to the pizza.

The mini size makes them perfect as snacks or appetizers. Kids love assembling their own personal pizzas too!

Making the dough is a breeze with everyday ingredients. And you can customise kulhad-pizzas with all your favourite toppings.

They take just 20-25 minutes to bake. Then dig into these adorable individual portions for a fun and tasty treat!

Ready to begin our kulhad-pizza adventure? The ingredients and steps are up next.

Ingredients

ingredients for kulhad pizza

Here is what you will need to make 6 kulhad-pizzas:

For the Pizza Dough

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon yeast
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup warm water

For the Pizza Toppings

• 1 cup pizza/pasta sauce
• 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, grated
• Your choice of toppings:
  • Sliced onion, capsicum, mushroom
  • Paneer, chicken, sausage
  • Black olives, jalapenos
  • Oregano, chili flakes

That’s it! Now let’s prepare our dough.

Making the Pizza Dough

Making pizza dough from scratch is easier than you think:

1. Mix the dry ingredients: Whisk together flour, yeast, salt and sugar in a bowl.
2. Add wet ingredients: Pour in olive oil along with warm water.
3. Knead thoroughly: Turn out on a surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth.
4. Let it rise: Grease the dough ball and place in a bowl. Cover and let rise for 1-2 hours.
5. The dough should become soft and doubled in size when ready. Punch it down and divide into 6 equal portions.

And our pizza dough is ready for the toppings!

Assembling the Kulhad Pizzas

Now for the fun part – assembling and baking:

1. Line the kulhads: Press 1 portion of dough into each kulhad, covering the base and sides.
2. Spread sauce: Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of pizza/pasta sauce into each kulhad.
3. Grate cheese: Top with grated mozzarella so it covers the sauce.
4. Add toppings: Now creativity takes over! Add your choice of toppings.
5. Bake: Place kulhads on a baking tray and bake at 200°C for 20-25 minutes.
6. Finish and serve: Garnish with oregano, chili flakes, or basil. Serve immediately.

In just half an hour, our masterpiece kulhad-pizzas will be ready!

Tips and Hacks

Making kulhad-pizza for the first time? Here are some handy tips:

• Pick food-grade clay pots: Choose kulhads made from natural clay without artificial additives. They retain heat better.
• Pre-bake kulhads: Bake empty kulhads for 10 minutes before adding dough. This prevents moisture absorption.
• Pre-cook meats: Partially cook sausage, chicken etc. first for faster baking.
• ** Prevent soggy crust**: Don’t overload toppings to avoid a soggy base.
• Check doneness: Peek to see if the crust and cheese have browned nicely.
• Adjust baking time: Keep an eye on smaller kulhads, they may bake faster.

Follow these tips and tricks for picture-perfect kulhad-pizzas every time!

Get Creative with Toppings!

The beauty of kulhad-pizzas lies in the creative freedom they offer. You can customise each one with a different combination of exciting toppings.

Here are some delicious ideas to get you started:

• Margherita – Tomato, basil, bocconcini
• Hawaiian – Ham, pineapple
• Mexican – Chicken, onion, salsa, jalapenos
• Greek – Spinach, feta, black olives, oregano
• Tandoori Chicken – Chicken tikka pieces, red onion, coriander
• Panner Makhani – Panner, capsicum, tomato makhani sauce

Let your imagination run wild and craft pizzas that make your tastebuds dance!

Meal Ideas

While kulhad pizzas work great as party snacks, you can also serve them up for a fun meal:

• Movie night in: Curl up on the couch with homemade pizzas and a favourite film!
• Kids’ dinner: Let the little ones create their own kulhad pizzas.
• Sunday brunch: Enjoy a lazy morning with eggs, sausages and custom mini pizzas.
• Potluck party: Ask everyone to bring their own kulhad pizzas to share.

With so many options, you’ll want to make kulhad pizza every chance you get!

Storage

Kulhad pizza dough can be prepared in advance and refrigerated for 2-3 days. The assembled raw pizzas can also be frozen for up to a month.

Thaw frozen kulhad pizzas overnight before baking as usual. This makes whipping up fresh hot pizza super quick anytime!

To reheat baked kulhad pizza, pop it in a 200°C oven for 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts again.

The Verdict

Kulhad pizza lets you combine the wholesome flavours of clay pot cooking with the versatility of everyone’s favourite fast food.

Making your own dough and choice of toppings ensures it’s healthy as well as delicious. The cute individual portions and rustic presentation also make it a hit with guests.

This unique twist on pizza night will soon have you ditching the pizza delivery. Gather your friends and loved ones for a fun culinary adventure with kulhad pizza!

Try out this recipe and let me know how your homemade kulhad pizzas turn out. Don’t forget to take some drool-worthy pictures for us foodies!