Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella

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A thin-crust Italian pizza topped with spicy Calabrese salami, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, evoking the sunshine flavors of Napoli. This Italian-inspired pizza recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, water, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 750 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 750 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 250 g all-purpose flour and 5 g active dry yeast. Slowly add 160 ml lukewarm water and 15 ml olive oil, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Add 5 g salt and knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Step 2: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  3. Step 3: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone inside for at least 45 minutes to mimic wood-fired heat.
  4. Step 4: Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thin 12-inch circle. Spread 100 g San Marzano tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border.
  5. Step 5: Tear 125 g fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute evenly on the sauce. Arrange 80 g sliced Calabrese salami on top and sprinkle 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
  6. Step 6: Transfer the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 7-9 minutes until the crust is blistered and cheese is bubbling.
  7. Step 7: Remove from oven and scatter 8 fresh basil leaves on top. Let rest for 2 minutes before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Wood-Fired Calabrese Pizza with Spicy Salami and Mozzarella?

Italian pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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