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Pizza Pugliese with red onion and anchovies
Puglian onion and anchovy pizza with authentic flavors

Pugliese Onion and Anchovy Pizza

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
The Puglia region is a land of endless olive groves and blazing sun. This pizza is a masterpiece of 'cucina povera' (peasant kitchen): unforgettable flavor from just a few bold ingredients. The sweetness of caramelized onions and the briny punch of anchovies create a flavor contrast that needs nothing more than a good crust.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 590 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife (for paper-thin onions)
  • Pizza cutter

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Fish

Instructions

1 ✓

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly oil your baking sheet.

Tip: Oiling the pan prevents sticking and fries the bottom of the crust for extra crunch.
2 ✓

Slice the red onion paper-thin. This is crucial to remove raw crunchiness.

Tip: Thin cell walls break down faster in heat, releasing sugars to caramelize.
3 ✓

Roll out dough to fit the pan, leaving a slightly thicker rim.

Tip: The rim holds ingredients in and keeps juices from running off.
4 ✓

Spread with tomato sauce and sprinkle with oregano.

Tip: Oregano's fat-soluble flavors will bloom in the cheese and oil.
5 ✓

Distribute onion rings evenly, then top with anchovies and torn mozzarella.

Tip: Place onions under or between cheese chunks so they steam and soften instead of burning.
6 ✓

Drizzle with remaining oil and bake 12-15 minutes until deep golden brown and the bottom sounds hollow when tapped.

Tip: The hollow sound indicates water has evaporated and the structure has set.
7 ✓

Top with fresh basil before serving.

Tip: Basil is heat sensitive and should always be added fresh.

Recipe FAQ

Won't it be too oniony?
Baking evaporates the pungent compounds, leaving only sweetness. The thinner you slice, the sweeter it bakes.
What if I hate anchovies?
Anchovies here are a seasoning, melting into an umami bomb. If you really can't, use capers for that salty contrast.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Pizza Dough
  • 3/4 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 7 oz Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 large Red Onion (peeled)
  • 2 oz Anchovy Fillets (in oil)
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Fresh Basil