Pizza alla Norma (with Eggplant and Ricotta)
Pizza alla Norma is a traditional Sicilian dish inspired by the famous 'Pasta alla Norma'. The combination of roasted eggplant, ricotta cheese, and tomato sauce perfectly complements the crispy crust of Italian pizza. The name comes from Vincenzo Bellini's famous opera, 'Norma,' which is as classic in music as this pizza is in Italian gastronomy. If you love Mediterranean flavors and traditional Italian recipes, you should definitely try this pizza!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and dry yeast. Add warm water and olive oil, then knead until you have a smooth and elastic dough. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
2
Slice the eggplant thinly, salt it, and let it sit for 15 minutes to release its bitter juices. Then, pat it dry with paper towels.
3
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, and fry the eggplant slices until golden brown.
4
Roll out the risen dough into a thin, round shape, and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with grated mozzarella.
6
Distribute the fried eggplant evenly over the pizza.
7
Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese over the pizza, then sprinkle with oregano and black pepper.
8
Bake in a preheated oven at 430°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
9
Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
10
Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy!
