Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino

Name: Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino
Prep time: 3 h
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Salt; Sugar; Active dry yeast; Warm water; Olive oil; Canned crushed tomatoes; Garlic, minced; Dried oregano; Salt and pepper; Onions, thinly sliced; Pecorino Romano, grated; Anchovy fillets, chopped; Dried breadcrumbs; Extra virgin olive oil

A Classic Sicilian Flatbread Pizza with Rich Flavors

Dive into the heart of Sicily with this traditional sfincione, featuring a thick, tender crust topped with a savory tomato sauce, aromatic onions, anchovies, and sharp Pecorino cheese.

3 h
8
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

All-purpose flour

500g

Salt

10g

Sugar

Active dry yeast

10g

Warm water

325ml

Olive oil

30ml

For the Sauce

Canned crushed tomatoes

400g

Garlic, minced

2 cloves

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Salt and pepper

To taste

For the Toppings

Onions, thinly sliced

2 medium

Pecorino Romano, grated

150g

Anchovy fillets, chopped

8-10

Dried breadcrumbs

1 tablespoon

Extra virgin olive oil

For drizzling

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Activate yeast

Dissolve the yeast in warm water with sugar and let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Mix ingredients

Mix flour and salt in a large bowl; add the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Knead and rise

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

Ensure the dough has doubled in size for the right texture.

Preparing the Sauce and Onions

Caramelize onions

Heat a bit of olive oil in a pan, cook the onions until soft and slightly caramelized, about 15 minutes.

Caramelizing onions slowly will enhance their sweetness and flavor.

Prepare tomato sauce

In another pan, combine crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano, and season with salt and pepper; simmer for 10-15 minutes.

Cool mixture

Allow both onions and sauce to cool slightly before assembling the sfincione.

Cooking Process

Stretching the Dough

Roll out or stretch the dough to fit a large, oiled baking sheet.

Layering

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then layer with caramelized onions, anchovies, and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs.

Baking

Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

Plating & Serving