Rustic Tuna and Potato Pizza

17/11/2023

The rustic pizza with tuna and potatoes is a simple and tasty dish, perfect for a complete meal or as an appetizer in a dinner with friends. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

300 grams of pizza dough (you can use ready-made dough or make it at home with flour, water, yeast, and a pinch of salt)
2 medium potatoes
1 can of tuna in olive oil (about 160 grams)
200 grams of mozzarella (or other string cheese)
Salt and pepper to taste
Oregano to taste
Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation

Start by preparing the potatoes. Wash, peel, and slice them thinly or into small cubes. Cook them in slightly salted water until they are tender but still firm. Then drain and set aside.
Prepare the pizza dough according to your usual recipe or spread the ready-made dough onto an oiled baking sheet. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent it from puffing up too much during baking.
Drain the oil from the tuna and flake it with a fork.
Cut the mozzarella into cubes or slices and let it drain to remove any excess whey.
Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
On the pizza base, distribute the potatoes evenly. Add the tuna and mozzarella on top.
Season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of oregano. Finally, drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil.
Bake the rustic pizza with tuna and potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until the base is golden and crispy and the cheese is well melted.
Let it rest for a few minutes out of the oven before serving.

Curiosity

This pizza, often called “rustic” due to the simplicity and authenticity of its ingredients, is a variant of the classic Italian comfort food. Tuna and potatoes are a classic pairing in many Italian folk cuisine preparations, demonstrating the ability to create delicious and substantial dishes with simple and sometimes humble ingredients.

If desired, you can enrich the pizza with other ingredients of your choice, such as olives, capers, or some sliced onion, to add an extra touch of flavor and personalize the recipe.