Seafood & Garden Pizza with Burrata and Zucchini Flowers

Pizza Mare Orto
Category: Baked Goods
Servings: 2

Ingredients

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pizza Dough
To begin preparing the Pizza Mare Orto, start with the dough. In a jug, pour in the water at room temperature and dissolve the yeast thoroughly. In a large bowl, combine the Manitoba flour and 00 flour. Gradually add the water (containing the dissolved yeast) into the flour mixture, pouring it bit by bit. Once half the liquid has been added, mix in the fine salt and continue kneading the dough, adding the rest of the water slowly.

Step 2: Incorporate the Oil and Knead
Once the dough starts to form, add the olive oil bit by bit as you continue kneading. Transfer the dough onto a lightly oiled work surface and knead it until smooth and homogeneous. Allow the dough to rest on the work surface for about 10 minutes, covered with an inverted bowl.

Step 3: Perform the Folding Technique
After the resting period, perform a folding technique on the dough. Imagine dividing the dough into four parts. Take the edge of each section, gently stretch it, and fold it toward the center of the dough ball. After folding all four parts, reshape the dough into a ball.

Step 4: Let the Dough Rise
The dough’s rising time can vary depending on temperature and environmental conditions. Typically, it should take around 2 hours to double in size. Once the dough has doubled, remove the plastic wrap and transfer it onto a lightly oiled surface. Divide the dough into two equal portions, folding each piece as you did before the first rise. Then, flip the dough over and proceed with the “pirlatura” technique by gently rolling the dough between your palms to form a smooth ball. Place both pieces of dough on a tray and cover them with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel. Let the dough rest for another 30 minutes.

Step 5: Prepare the Toppings
While the dough is resting, prepare the toppings. Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Carefully clean the zucchini flowers, removing the internal parts. Rinse the capers under cold running water to remove excess salt. Drain the canned tuna and set it aside.

Step 6: Preheat the Oven and Shape the Dough
Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F) with the static setting. Lightly grease two 28 cm (11-inch) baking trays with olive oil. Once the dough has rested, take one ball of dough and gently stretch it out with your fingers, spreading it evenly across one of the trays. Repeat with the second dough ball and place it on the second tray.

Step 7: Assemble the Pizza
For the sauce, mix the tomato passata with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough, covering the surface well. Add the dished-out capers and place the pizzas in the preheated oven. Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the toppings are starting to set.

Step 8: Add the Finishing Touches
Once the pizza is out of the oven, add the creamy burrata cheese, zucchini flowers (halved), cherry tomatoes (halved), and pieces of tuna. Scatter a few extra zucchini flowers on top and finish with fresh basil leaves. For an extra touch of flavor, drizzle with a little more extra virgin olive oil if desired.

Enjoy Your Pizza Mare Orto!
This vibrant pizza combines the flavors of the sea and the garden, offering a rich and fresh taste with every bite. Perfect for a sunny afternoon or a casual evening, it’s a delicious way to enjoy seasonal ingredients like zucchini flowers, tomatoes, and fresh tuna.