Pizza with Tabasco sauce, mozzarella and basil
2 servings
60 minutes
Pizza with Tabasco sauce, mozzarella, and basil is a bold interpretation of classic Italian pizza with a spicy twist. Its roots trace back to Italian cuisine where thin dough, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic basil are integral elements of tradition. Tabasco gives it a fiery character that contrasts beautifully with the delicate mozzarella. The flavor combines the spicy heat of the sauce, the creamy softness of the cheese, and the freshness of the herbs. This pizza is perfect for lovers of intense flavors and shines especially bright when paired with chilled drinks. It creates an atmosphere for friendly gatherings, picnics or cozy evenings when you want to add a bit of spice to your culinary pleasure. It cooks quickly and delights not only with its rich taste but also with a wonderful aroma that fills the kitchen with warmth from Italian gastronomy.
1
Dough: mix 1 g of yeast, 5 g of olive oil, 150 g of flour, and 50 ml of water. To prevent the dough from sticking to your hands, grease your hands with oil.
- Dry yeast: 1 g
- Rye sifted flour: 150 g
- Water: 50 ml
2
Roll out the dough on a well-floured surface.
3
Grate the cheese, chop 1.5 bunches of basil, cut the mozzarella, peel and coarsely chop the tomatoes, separate the yolks from the whites.
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Mozzarella cheese: 100 g
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
4
Prepare the sauce: mix tomatoes, pepper, and a third of the chopped basil. Spread the sauce on top of the dough. Add grated cheese.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 100 g
5
Place mozzarella and the remaining chopped basil on the dough, then drizzle with Tabasco sauce. Brush the edges of the pizza with egg yolk.
- Mozzarella cheese: 100 g
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- TABASCO®: to taste
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
6
Place the pizza in an oven preheated to 180-200 degrees and leave it there until a golden crust appears - about 20 minutes.
7
Tear the remaining basil and arugula. Sprinkle them on the pizza before serving.
- Basil: 2 bunchs
- Arugula: 0.5 bunch