Turkey Sage Pizza
4 servings
60 minutes
Turkey and sage pizza is an exquisite blend of Italian traditions and the delicate flavor of turkey. The dish's roots trace back to medieval Italy, where sage was valued for its aromatic and healing properties. The crispy wheat flour base, soaked in tomato paste and spices, creates a rich flavor ensemble. Juicy turkey baked under a layer of melted cheese adds tenderness to every note of the dish. The finishing touch is eggs that add a creamy texture and sage that imparts a subtle spicy freshness. This pizza is perfect for cozy evenings when you want to enjoy something refined yet comforting. It pairs excellently with light white wine or herbal tea that highlight its aromatic facets.
1
Pour flour into a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of salt. Dissolve the yeast in 50 ml of warm water, mix with the flour, and let it sit for 15 minutes.
- Wheat flour: 400 g
- Salt: to taste
- Fresh yeast: 20 g
2
Add vegetable oil and 150 ml of warm water to the dough. Knead the dough. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons
3
Roll out the dough and place it on a baking sheet. Spread with tomato paste, season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle with oregano. Place pieces of turkey on top and sprinkle with cheese. Bake for about 15 minutes. Then crack 2 eggs on the pizza, sprinkle with sage, and bake for another 8 minutes.
- Tomato paste: 6 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Oregano (wild marjoram): to taste
- Turkey: 200 g
- Cheese: 300 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Sage: 40 g