Pizza Puttanesca Recipe: Frank Occhino's Bold Italian Pizza

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Pizza Puttanesca Recipe: Frank Occhino's Bold Italian Pizza

Experience the bold and rustic charm of our Pizza Puttanesca, where the robust flavors of anchovies, olives, and capers meet the sweet zest of San Marzano tomatoes. It’s easy to make and even easier to love, perfect for dinner with friends or a cozy night at home.

By Frank Occhino

@uncle_franks_backyard_pizza

May 22, 2024

By Frank Occhino

Ingredients

1

pre-made pizza dough or homemade dough
1

can (400g) crushed San Marzano tomatoes
2-3

cloves of garlic, thinly sliced
6-8

anchovy filets in olive oil, chopped (or a small tin of tuna, drained)
1

teaspoon dried oregano
2

tablespoons olive oil
1/2

cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
2

tablespoons capers, rinsed
Handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: red pepper flakes for extra heat

Instructions

TOTAL TIME

40-50 Minutes

2-4 People servings

A man tossing pizza dough in the air under a tent, looking up at the dough. Behind him is a wooden sign with partially visible letters and string lights, with a pizza oven and greenery in the background.

STEP 1: Shape the Dough

Stretch out the pizza dough to your desired thickness on a lightly floured surface.

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STEP 2: Spread the Tomato Sauce

Spread the crushed San Marzano tomatoes evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

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STEP 3: Layer the Anchovies

Distribute the chopped anchovy filets evenly over the pizza.

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STEP 4: Add Olives, Capers, and Garlic

Scatter the Kalamata olives, capers, and thinly sliced garlic over the sauce.

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STEP 5: Drizzle with Oil and Add Basil

Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and tear fresh basil on top of the pizza.

STEP 6: Bake the Pizza

Carefully transfer the pizza to a preheated oven (475°F or higher) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the toppings are slightly charred.

STEP 7: Finish with Oregano and Basil

Once out of the oven, sprinkle dried oregano and torn fresh basil leaves over the top.

STEP 8: Slice and Serve

Slice and serve hot. Add red pepper flakes for extra heat if desired.

STEP 9: Enjoy

Enjoy your delicious pizza puttanesca with a glass or two of your favorite Gratsi wine! Keep Frank's flavors going at your table — try the silky, lemon-bright Ravioli al Limone by Frank Occhino, treat yourself to a decadent Lobster Ravioli, or fire up a fiery Calabrese Pizza.

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A man in a black T-shirt stands at an outdoor pizza station with pizza dough, flour, tomato sauce, fresh basil, olives, garlic, anchovies, and olive oil on a wooden table, with a wood-fired oven in the background.

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