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Mediterranean Anchovy and Chile Pizza

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A flavorful Mediterranean-style pizza topped with anchovies, capers, chiles, and fresh mozzarella.

Ingredients for Mediterranean Anchovy and Chile Pizza

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Anchovy Fillets, cut into 3 pieces each

fillets

Salt-packed Capers, rinsed and soaked overnight in cold water

tablespoons

Serrano Chiles, thinly sliced

tablespoons

Shredded Fresh Mozzarella

cups

Parbaked Pizza Crust

each

How to Make Mediterranean Anchovy and Chile Pizza

1. Spread Tomato Sauce

Start by spreading ¼ cup of Pomì strained tomatoes evenly over your parbaked pizza crust, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges. This ensures the sauce doesn't spill over and helps the crust stay crisp.

2. Drizzle Olive Oil

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over the tomato sauce for added richness.

3. Arrange Anchovies

Arrange your anchovy fillets, which you've already cut into three pieces each, evenly across the pizza. These will provide a salty, umami punch to every bite.

4. Add Capers and Chiles

Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of rinsed and soaked capers and 1 tablespoon of thinly sliced red finger chile or serrano chile evenly over the pizza. The capers add a briny flavor while the chiles give a nice heat that balances the anchovies.

5. Add Mozzarella

Scatter ½ cup of shredded fresh mozzarella evenly over the pizza, ensuring that the cheese is well distributed and not clumped together. This even spread guarantees that every bite is a perfect blend of flavors.

6. Broil the Pizza

Place your pizza under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the crust are golden brown. Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and cut it into 6 slices. Enjoy your Mediterranean Anchovy and Chile Pizza hot, savoring the harmonious mix of rich, salty, and spicy flavors.

Pitfalls and tips

Dough Quality

Use a high-quality, high-hydration dough with slow proofing, ideally overnight in the refrigerator, for better flavor and texture.

Preheat Your Oven

Preheat to the highest temperature and use a baking stone or steel for a crispier crust.

Olive Oil Finish

Drizzle good quality extra virgin olive oil after baking to add a fruity, peppery dimension.

Ingredient Quality

Select top-notch oil-packed anchovies and freshly sourced chilies or quality dried red pepper flakes.

Cheese Choices

Blend cheeses like mozzarella with aged provolone or pecorino for complexity and depth.

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