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Pizza alla Messinese with tuna and onion

Pizza alla Messinese – Sicilian Tuna and Onion Pizza

Pizza alla Messinese originates from northern Sicily, inspired by fresh seafood and local ingredients. The sweet and savory harmony of tuna and caramelized onions perfectly complements the creaminess of the mozzarella and the crispiness of the crust. This pizza brings the coastal Sicilian lifestyle to your plate.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 18 min
Total 38 min
1250 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 500 g Pizza dough
⭕ 200 ml Tomato sauce
⭕ 150 g Tuna in brine (canned)
⭕ 100 g Red onion
⭕ 200 g Mozzarella cheese
⭕ 2 tbsp Olive oil
⭕ 1 tsp Dried oregano
⭕ 1 tsp Coarse sea salt

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Preheat your oven to 430°F (220°C). Lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet with olive oil.

    2

    Roll out the pizza dough to your desired size and place it on the prepared pan.

    3

    Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with dried oregano and a pinch of coarse sea salt.

    4

    In a skillet, sauté the thinly sliced red onion in olive oil until slightly caramelized.

    5

    Arrange the mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce, then evenly distribute the caramelized onions and tuna pieces over the pizza.

    6

    Bake the pizza for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

    7

    After baking, drizzle with a little olive oil, slice, and serve immediately.