I don’t think there is a more quintessential American takeout food than pizza. However, the same cheese and pepperoni can get boring after a while, so it’s important to switch things up.

One afternoon, as I left Safeway, I noticed an intriguing deal on my receipt: 20 percent off of an order at Mr. Singh’s Curry Pizza. 

Two hours later, I arrived to pick up our order. The unassuming restaurant, nestled in the center of 27th and 28th on Judah, lit up as I entered. Though I didn’t stay inside long, the fragrant smell of Indian spices complemented the lively energy of the kitchen. The pizzas my family had ordered were ready almost immediately.

I opened up one of the boxes to reveal the most unique pizza I’d ever seen: a pizza dyed a turmeric yellow hue, topped with Achari chicken, cheese, cilantro, tomatoes, and green and red onions. The receipt called it “Indian Garlic Chicken Curry Pizza.” I snagged a slice swiftly, the pleasant fragrance of spices and cheese pervading into my nose. 

As I took my first bite, my tastebuds became acquainted with an array of flavors. The lightly charred chicken cubes, while small, punched my mouth with cumin, turmeric, fenugreek, and coriander. 

The fresh flavors of the tomato, garlic, cilantro, and onions contrasted perfectly with the aromatic spices. The chicken and veggies, accompanied by the stringy Italian cheese and a pillowy crust, created a marvelous fusion of Indian and Italian flavors that left me feeling light, yet still warm and satiated. Without a coupon, the pizza costs $29.

So, next Friday night when you’re sitting on your couch and wondering where you should order a tasty pizza from, look no further than Mr. Singh’s Curry Pizza, the epitome of fantastically executed fusion cuisine.