Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup Calabrian nduja
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza peel or spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to the desired thickness.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Spoon the Calabrian nduja over the sauce, spreading it out evenly.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the nduja.
6. Add the sliced red onion and black olives on top of the cheese.
7. Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the toppings.
8. Transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet using a pizza peel or spatula.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
11. Slice and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Serving size:
This recipe makes one 12-inch pizza, serving 2-4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 410
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 1050mg
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 19g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pizza dough: You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough.
- Tomato sauce: You can use any type of tomato sauce you like, such as marinara or pizza sauce.
- Calabrian nduja: If you can't find nduja, you can use spicy Italian sausage or pepperoni instead.
- Mozzarella cheese: You can use any type of cheese you like, such as provolone or fontina.
- Parmesan cheese: You can use pecorino romano or asiago instead.
- Red onion: You can use white or yellow onion instead.
- Black olives: You can use green olives or kalamata olives instead.
- Fresh basil: You can use dried basil or oregano instead.
Variations:
- Meat lovers pizza: Add cooked bacon, ham, and/or sausage to the toppings.
- Veggie pizza: Add sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and/or artichoke hearts to the toppings.
- Margherita pizza: Use fresh mozzarella cheese and top with sliced tomatoes and fresh basil.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet for at least 30 minutes before baking the pizza.
- Use a light hand when adding the toppings to avoid overloading the pizza.
- If you're using a baking sheet instead of a pizza stone, place it on the lowest rack in the oven to ensure a crispy crust.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the pizza, preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza tray for a rustic look.
Garnishes:
Garnish with additional chopped fresh basil or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too thick, roll it out thinner next time.
- If the toppings are sliding off, use less sauce and toppings next time.
- If the crust is soggy, bake the pizza on a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet and make sure the oven is fully preheated.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and any surfaces that come into contact with raw dough or toppings.
- Use a food thermometer to ensure the pizza reaches an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Food history:
Nduja is a spicy, spreadable pork sausage from the Calabria region of Italy. It is traditionally made with pork fat, pork meat, and Calabrian chili peppers.
Flavor profiles:
This pizza is spicy, savory, and cheesy with a crispy crust.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the pizza hot with a side salad or garlic bread.
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Region: Italian