Classic Anchovy Pizza

Dive into the bold, briny flavors of a *Classic Anchovy Pizza*, a dish that’s perfect for anyone who loves a savory twist on traditional pizza night. This gourmet recipe starts with a crisp, golden crust infused with the rich aroma of garlic and olive oil, thanks to a quick sauté that elevates the base sauce of sweet crushed tomatoes. Topped with creamy melted mozzarella, salty anchovy fillets, briny black olives, and a sprinkle of dried oregano, every bite strikes the perfect balance between indulgent and refined. Finished with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant touch, this pizza is simple yet packed with complex flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an excellent choice for dinner parties, date nights, or when you’re craving something a little different. Perfect your homemade pizza game with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Crushed tomatoes
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 8 units Anchovy fillets
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 cup Black olives
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and position the oven rack in the lowest position. If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to a 12-inch round. If the dough is resistant, let it rest for 5 minutes, then try again.

Step 3

Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza peel or an upside-down baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges for the crust.

Step 7

Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by distributing the anchovy fillets evenly on top.

Step 8

Scatter the sliced black olives over the pizza and sprinkle dried oregano for an aromatic touch.

Step 9

Carefully slide the pizza onto the heated pizza stone or oven rack, and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Scatter the fresh basil leaves over the top before slicing.

Step 11

Slice the pizza into desired portions and serve warm, enjoying the delicious fusion of flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1015.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1956.0

Total Fat 81.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 120.2mg	0%
Sodium 5948.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.1g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 90.8g	0%

Vitamin D 107.1IU	0%
Calcium 1448.3mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 1357.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.9%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 44.7%