mohamed shili This Spicy salami & courgette pizza is a crispy and spicy recipe, which features savory salami and thin slices of fresh courgette. It’s the perfect choice for pizza night, ready in about 15 minutes after the dough is prepped.
Spicy salami & courgette pizza Ingredients
A classic Italian combination for a perfectly balanced, flavorful pizza.
For the Pizza Base:
- 1 ball of basic pizza dough
- 4 tablespoons tomato sauce
For the Topping:
- 50g (1.8oz) fresh mozzarella or buffalo mozzarella, torn
- 10 thin slices of spicy salami (like pepperoni or soppressata)
- 6 thin slices of firm courgette (zucchini)
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- Olive oil
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
How To Make Spicy salami & courgette pizza
A step-by-step guide to this classic and delicious pizza.
- Prep Oven and Dough: Preheat your oven to its highest setting (250°C/500°F/gas 9), with a pizza stone or heavy baking tray inside to get screaming hot. On a floured surface, roll or stretch your pizza dough out into a thin circle.
- Assemble the Pizza: Place the pizza base on a piece of floured parchment paper or a pizza peel. Smear the tomato sauce evenly over the base, leaving a small border for the crust.
- Add Toppings and Bake: Lay over the thin slices of courgette and the fresh basil leaves. Arrange the salami slices on top—this allows them to get nice and crispy. Place small, torn pieces of mozzarella into the gaps.
- Bake and Serve: Drizzle with a little olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Carefully slide the pizza onto the hot stone or tray and bake for 7 to 10 minutes, until the crust is golden and crispy, the salami is curled and crisp, and the cheese is bubbly. Serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
For the most authentic and perfectly crispy salami pizza.
- How to get a crispy pizza crust? The secret is intense heat from below. Preheat your pizza stone or a heavy, overturned baking tray inside the oven at its absolute highest temperature for at least 30-45 minutes. Launching your pizza onto this hot surface is what gives you that classic, crisp base.
- How to get crispy salami? Placing the salami on the very top layer of the pizza exposes it to the direct heat of the oven, which allows the fat to render and the edges to curl and become deliciously crispy, just like a classic pepperoni pizza.
- Should I cook the courgette first? It’s not necessary. If you slice the courgette (zucchini) very thinly, it will cook through perfectly in the hot oven, becoming tender without releasing too much water.
- Can I make this ahead of time? This pizza is at its best when served hot and fresh from the oven. You can have all your toppings prepped and ready to go, which makes the final assembly take only a couple of minutes.
What To Serve With Spicy salami & courgette pizza
Simple sides to complement this bold and savory pizza.
This flavorful pizza is a classic on its own. It pairs wonderfully with:
- A simple, crisp green salad with a sharp lemon vinaigrette
- A cold, crisp lager beer or a glass of a medium-bodied red wine
- Some extra chili oil or red pepper flakes for drizzling
How To Store Leftover Pizza
Keeping your pizza delicious for another day.
- Refrigerate: Store any leftover pizza slices, once completely cooled, in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: For the best results and to re-crisp the crust, reheat the pizza in a hot, dry frying pan for a few minutes per side, or directly on the rack in a hot oven for 5-7 minutes.
Spicy salami & courgette pizza Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per serving (½ of the pizza).
- Calories: 640 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 80 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Fat: 24 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What is the best salami to use for pizza?
A spicy Italian salami like pepperoni, soppressata, or salami piccante is perfect. You want a variety that is relatively thin and has a good amount of fat, as this will render out and make the salami crispy and flavorful.
Can I use a different kind of cheese?
Yes. While fresh mozzarella is classic, you could also use shredded low-moisture mozzarella for a more traditional u0022takeoutu0022 style melt, or provolone for a sharper flavor.
Can I make this on a pre-made pizza base?
Yes, for a super quick version, you can use a store-bought pre-baked pizza crust. Just assemble the toppings and bake until everything is hot and bubbly.
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Spicy salami & courgette pizza Recipe
Course: DinnerCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy2
10
minutes10
640
kcalA classic and delicious pizza topped with savory, spicy salami, thin slices of fresh courgette, and creamy mozzarella on a simple tomato sauce base.
Ingredients
1 ball of basic pizza dough
4 tbsp tomato sauce
10 thin slices of spicy salami
6 thin slices of firm courgette (zucchini)
50g mozzarella, torn
8 fresh basil leaves
Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven and a pizza stone to its highest temperature (250°C/500°F).
- Stretch or roll out your pizza dough into a thin circle.
- Smear the tomato sauce evenly over the base.
- Lay over the courgette slices and basil leaves.
- Arrange the salami slices on top and dot the torn pieces of mozzarella in the gaps.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake on the hot stone for 7-10 minutes, until the crust is golden and the salami is crisp. Serve immediately.
Notes
- A very hot oven and a preheated pizza stone are the secrets to a crispy, restaurant-quality crust.
- Placing the salami on the very top of the pizza allows it to get wonderfully crispy as it bakes.
- Slicing the courgette very thinly ensures it will cook through and become tender in the hot oven.
- Don’t overload the pizza with too many toppings; the simplicity of the salami and courgette is key.