Calabrian Chili Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
A bold and fiery Italian-inspired pizza topped with smoky roasted red peppers, Calabrian chili paste, and bubbling mozzarella. Sweet, spicy, and irresistibly rustic — a true flavor explosion straight from southern Italy.
Ingredients
- Pizza Dough: 1 ball (about 300 g), homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for brushing and enhancing flavor.
- Calabrian Chili Paste: 1½ tablespoons, adds smoky, fiery depth.
- Roasted Red Peppers: 2 large, peeled and sliced for sweetness and color.
- Garlic Cloves: 2, minced for aromatic richness.
- Tomato Passata: ½ cup, for a smooth, spicy-sweet sauce base.
- Mozzarella Cheese: 150 g, shredded or torn for melting perfection.
- Parmesan Cheese: 2 tablespoons, adds nutty saltiness.
- Fresh Basil Leaves: A handful, for brightness and aroma.
- Salt and Pepper: To taste, for balance.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: Optional, for extra spice.
- Lemon Zest: ½ teaspoon, for a burst of freshness.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oven to 250°C (480°F) with pizza stone or tray inside.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix tomato passata with Calabrian chili paste, garlic, salt, and pepper to create a sauce.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: On a floured surface, roll dough to about 10 inches in diameter.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread the sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Layer with roasted peppers, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from oven, top with basil, drizzle of olive oil, and sprinkle of lemon zest.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice hot and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet heat and creamy melt.
Notes
- Preheat the pizza stone well for a crisp base.
- Don’t overload toppings to prevent sogginess.
- Adjust chili paste to your spice preference.
- Use fresh basil and lemon zest for the perfect finish.
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