Here’s a simple recipe for homemade anchovy pizza:
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy pre-made dough)
- Tomato sauce
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Anchovy fillets (canned or jarred), drained
- Olive oil
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can go, usually around 475-500Β°F (245-260Β°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven as it preheats.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza peel or lightly greased baking sheet.
- Add the Sauce: Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce, covering the entire pizza evenly.
- Add Anchovies: Place the anchovy fillets evenly over the pizza. You can leave them whole or cut them into smaller pieces if you prefer.
- Seasoning: Drizzle a little olive oil over the pizza. Sprinkle minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) evenly over the top.
- Bake the Pizza: If you’re using a pizza stone, carefully slide the pizza onto the hot stone in the oven. If you’re using a baking sheet, place it directly in the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Serve: Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute or two. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Slice and serve hot.
Enjoy your homemade anchovy pizza! Adjust the toppings and seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
