Sicilian Pizza
Thick-crust rectangular pizza topped with tomato sauce, cheese, and crispy breadcrumb topping. A traditional Palermo-style pizza with a focaccia-like base and golden, crunchy exterior.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 685
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 can (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
- 2 cups whole milk mozzarella, shredded
- ½ cup caciocavallo or provolone, sliced
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Pecorino Romano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and a pinch of flour. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Add remaining flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise for 30 minutes until doubled.
- 4
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 5
Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and cool slightly.
- 6
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano, parsley, and 3 tablespoons olive oil until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- 7
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Drizzle olive oil onto a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- 8
Stretch and press the risen dough into the prepared pan, creating an even layer. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- 9
Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 0.5-inch border.
- 10
Layer shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then arrange caciocavallo or provolone slices on top.
- 11
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the cheese.
- 12
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and the breadcrumb topping is crispy and golden brown.
- 13
Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- saucepan
- wooden spoon
- small bowl
- damp kitchen towel
- oven
- chef's knife
- measuring cups and spoons
- box grater
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