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Maltese Pizza

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean island of Malta, Maltese Pizza, or Ftira, reflects the island's rich culinary heritage influenced by Italian and North African flavors. Traditionally enjoyed as a communal dish, it is often topped with local ingredients like capers and olives, showcasing the island's agricultural bounty. In modern times, variations have emerged, with toppings ranging from seafood to vegetarian options, making it a versatile favorite among locals and visitors alike.

MalteseMTmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb pizza dough
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup black olives
4 anchovies
1 cup bell peppers
1 cup onions
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni
1 cup eggplant
1 cup zucchini
1 teaspoon chili flakes

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while processed cheese is often less expensive.

anchovies

🥗Healthier: smoked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Smoked salmon offers a healthier alternative, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives are lower in calories, and canned olives are typically cheaper.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while cheddar is often less expensive.

1

Prepare pizza dough according to your preferred method and let it rise until doubled in size.

2

Preheat the oven to a high temperature, around 475°F (245°C).

3

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

4

Spread a layer of tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.

5

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.

6

Add capers, black olives, and anchovies evenly across the pizza.

7

Top with sliced bell peppers and onions for added flavor.

8

Sprinkle oregano and chili flakes over the toppings for seasoning.

9

Drizzle olive oil lightly over the pizza for richness.

10

Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly, about 12-15 minutes.

11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.

12

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

FtiraMaltese Flatbread Pizza

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