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Sourdough Sicilian Pizza

Cultural Context

Sourdough Sicilian Pizza, or Sfincione, hails from Sicily and is known for its thick, airy crust and rich toppings. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, it reflects the region's agricultural bounty with ingredients like tomatoes, onions, and local cheeses. Today, this style of pizza has gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many pizzerias, showcasing the versatility of sourdough in pizza-making.

ItalianITmain
180 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400 gr Farina 00
100 gr Farina di grano duro o semola
10 gr Lievito di birra
340 gr Acqua
10 gr Sale
10 gr Olio extravergine d'oliva (EVO)
2 Cipolle
10 gr Olio extravergine d'oliva (EVO)
2 Filetti di acciughe
200 gr Acqua
500 gr Pomodori pelati
6 Filetti di acciughe
10 gr Olio extravergine d'oliva (EVO)
120 gr Caciocavallo
Pangrattato q.b.
Origano essiccato q.b.
Origano secco q.b.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: provolone

Part-skim mozzarella reduces calories while maintaining texture.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option with a cheesy flavor.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

sourdough starter

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat starter

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: commercial yeast

Whole wheat starter adds fiber; commercial yeast is more accessible.

1

Prepare the dough by mixing the 400 gr of Farina 00, 100 gr of Farina di grano duro, 10 gr of Lievito di birra, 340 gr of Acqua, 10 gr of Sale, and 10 gr of Olio extravergine d'oliva.

2

Let the dough rise until it doubles in size.

3

For the sauce, sautรฉ the 2 Cipolle in 10 gr of Olio extravergine d'oliva, then add 2 Filetti di acciughe and 200 gr of Acqua, followed by 500 gr of Pomodori pelati.

4

Simmer the sauce until it thickens.

5

Spread the dough in a baking dish and layer with the sauce.

6

Top with 6 Filetti di acciughe, 10 gr of Olio extravergine d'oliva, 120 gr of Caciocavallo, and sprinkle with Pangrattato and Origano secco.

7

Bake until golden and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

SfincioneSicilian-style pizza
Local Name: Pizza Siciliana a Lievitazione Naturale

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