Recipe for Pizza "Sinfonia Calabrese":
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (homemade or purchased)
- 150 g of Dodaro Selection sweet capocollo, thinly sliced
- 1 jar of dried tomatoes in oil, drained and cut into strips
- Calabrian extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Procedure:
Preparing the Pizza:
Spread the pizza dough on a baking tray, creating a thin and uniform layer. Preheat the oven to maximum temperature.
Preparation of the Dodaro Selection Sweet Capocollo:
The Dodaro Selection sweet capocollo, prepared according to ancient Calabrian traditions, represents the heart of this pizza. The thin slices of sweet capocollo will give a rich and authentic flavour.
Assembly of the Pizza:
Distribute the sweet capocollo slices evenly on the pizza base. Add the strips of dried tomatoes in oil, making sure to balance the sweetness of the capocollo with the aromatic intensity of the tomatoes.
Cooking in the Oven:
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven and cook until the edges are golden and the capocollo starts to become crunchy. This process will take approximately 10-12 minutes, but monitor carefully to achieve the desired consistency.
Final Seasoning:
Once out of the oven, season the pizza with a generous drizzle of Calabrian extra virgin olive oil. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic touch.
Service:
Cut the pizza into wedges and serve hot. This dish, which embodies the tradition and history of Calabria, offers an authentic gastronomic experience that delights the senses.
"Calabrian Symphony": A Celebration of Authentic Taste
The "Sinfonia Calabrese" pizza is much more than a dish; it is a culinary experience that combines flavors rooted in the history of Calabria. The Dodaro Selection sweet capocollo, with its artisanal preparation handed down from generation to generation, tells the story of a charcuterie tradition that enhances quality and excellence. Combined with the intensity of dried tomatoes, this dish becomes a symphony of flavors that delights the palate and pays homage to the rich Calabrian culinary heritage. The "Sinfonia Calabrese" pizza is a hymn to tradition, combining past and present in a single, delicious bite.