Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Agrigento-Style Pizza
Experience the authentic flavours of Sicily with this Agrigento-style pizza, topped with ripe tomatoes, fresh caciocavallo cheese and a fragrant hint of oregano.
📖 What is it
Experience the authentic flavours of Sicily with this Agrigento-style pizza, topped with ripe tomatoes, fresh caciocavallo cheese and a fragrant hint of oregano.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 500g risen bread dough
- ✓ 200g fresh caciocavallo cheese
- ✓ 1kg ripe tomatoes
- ✓ Dried or fresh oregano, to taste
- ✓ Extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle
- ✓ Salt, to taste
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
📊 Nutritional Information
Agrigento-style pizza is a true celebration of Sicilian flavours: simple, wholesome and irresistibly Mediterranean. Juicy ripe tomatoes, fresh caciocavallo cheese and aromatic oregano come together on a golden, crispy bread base. Each bite evokes the colours and scents of Agrigento, making it perfect alongside a glass of Sicilian red wine.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Heat your oven to 220°C, placing the rack in the middle.
- 2
On a floured surface, roll out the bread dough and lay it gently into an oiled baking tray.
- 3
Slice the tomatoes and caciocavallo cheese thinly.
- 4
Arrange the tomato slices evenly over the base, leaving a 1cm border around the edge.
- 5
Season with salt, pepper and oregano to your liking.
- 6
Layer the caciocavallo slices on top and finish with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
- 7
Bake for approximately 30 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese has just started to brown.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a more traditional Sicilian twist, try adding anchovy fillets or black Nocellara olives. If you prefer a stronger flavour, swap the fresh caciocavallo for a mature version or add a pinch of chilli flakes for a subtle kick.
📦 Storage
- • Keep the pizza covered with a tea towel at room temperature if you plan to eat it within a few hours.
- • Stored in the fridge, it will keep well for 2-3 days wrapped in cling film or an airtight container.
- • You can freeze portions for up to one month. To reheat, thaw and warm in the oven to restore its crispness.
🍷 Pairing
Enjoy this Agrigento pizza with a glass of Nero d’Avola – a rich and harmonious Sicilian red wine that beautifully complements the intense flavours of caciocavallo and the sweetness of the tomatoes.
Why not bring a little slice of Sicily into your home with this delightful Agrigento-style pizza? It’s straightforward to make, bursting with flavour, and perfect for sharing with loved ones. Whether it’s a relaxed weekend lunch or a cosy evening treat, this recipe is sure to become a firm favourite. Give it a go, gather your nearest and dearest, and savour the warm, sun-kissed tastes of Sicily right on your plate.
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