Cheeseburger Garlic Naan Pizzas (Printable Version)

Crispy garlic naan topped with seasoned beef, tangy pickles, and homemade cheese sauce for a handheld fusion twist.

# What You'll Need:

→ Garlic Naan Pizzas

01 - 4 mini garlic naan breads

→ Beef Topping

02 - 9 oz ground beef
03 - 1 small onion, finely diced
04 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 tsp yellow mustard
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper

→ Cheese Sauce

08 - 2/3 cup whole milk
09 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
11 - 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
12 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
13 - Pinch of salt

→ Toppings

14 - 8-10 dill pickle slices
15 - 1 small tomato, diced (optional)
16 - 2 tbsp ketchup (optional)
17 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the meat until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir in Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
04 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, stirring, until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
05 - Add shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and melted, then remove from heat.
06 - Place garlic naan breads on a baking sheet. Evenly distribute the beef mixture over each naan.
07 - Drizzle cheese sauce generously over the beef.
08 - Add pickle slices and diced tomato (if using) on top.
09 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, until naan is crisp and toppings are bubbling.
10 - Garnish with ketchup and chives or green onions if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fast Prep: Ready in just 30 minutes, with only 15 minutes of active cooking time.
  • Easy Fusion: Simple ingredients like garlic naan and ground beef create an impressive American-Indian fusion dish.
  • Family Friendly: Handheld mini pizzas are perfect for kids and adults alike.
02 -
  • Ensure the oven is fully preheated to 220°C (425°F) before baking the naan to achieve a golden, crispy crust.
  • Always check packaging labels for allergens like egg or milk if you are sensitive to these ingredients.
  • Whisk the cheese sauce continuously while adding the cheddar to ensure it melts smoothly and doesn't separate.
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