Mediterranean Tomato
Grilled Artichoke Pizza
Elevate your homemade pizza with the rustic charm of charred grilled artichokes and creamy mozzarella on a vibrant tomato base.
This Mediterranean-inspired pizza celebrates the contrast between the tangy, garden-fresh tomato sauce and the earthy, smoky depth of grilled artichokes. By hand-tearing the fresh mozzarella, you create perfect pockets of melted cheese that pair beautifully with the crisp texture of the artichoke hearts. It is a simple yet sophisticated flavor profile that brings the essence of Italian trattoria cooking into your home kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 ball pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 200 g fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4–6 halves grilled artichoke hearts
- optional dried oregano
- optional extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1Spread the tomato sauce
Using a ladle, pour the tomato sauce onto the center of the pizza dough. With circular motions, spread the sauce evenly outward towards the edges, leaving a small border for the crust.
Tip: Do not over-sauce the center, as this can make the crust soggy. - 2Add fresh mozzarella
Take fresh mozzarella and hand-tear it into bite-sized pieces. Distribute the cheese pieces evenly across the tomato sauce base, ensuring good coverage for a perfect melt.
Tip: Tearing the cheese by hand creates uneven edges that melt more beautifully than perfectly sliced rounds. - 3Add grilled artichokes
Take the pre-cooked grilled artichoke halves and arrange them atop the mozzarella and sauce. Space them out evenly so each slice of pizza will contain a portion of artichoke.
Tip: Ensure the artichokes are well-drained if they were in oil, to prevent excess moisture on the pizza. - 4Final positioning
Before baking, use your hands to gently adjust the positioning of the artichokes to ensure they are balanced and visually appealing. This final check guarantees an even distribution of toppings.
Tip: Be gentle with the dough to avoid stretching it out of shape while moving the toppings. - 5Bake the pizza
Carefully slide a metal pizza peel underneath the prepared pizza. Transfer the pizza into a preheated professional pizza oven. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly charred.
Tip: A hot oven is key to achieving that authentic crispy crust.
