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Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino

Name: Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 500g; Salt, 10g; Sugar, 5g; Active dry yeast, 10g; Warm water, 325ml; Olive oil, 30ml; Canned crushed tomatoes, 400g; Garlic, minced, 2 cloves; Dried oregano, 1 teaspoon; Salt and pepper, To taste; Onions, thinly sliced, 2 medium; Pecorino Romano, grated, 150g; Anchovy fillets, chopped, 8-10; Dried breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon; Extra virgin olive oil, For drizzling

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.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 12, 2025

Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h

Cook

3 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dough

For the Sauce

For the Toppings

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 387 kcal
Protein: 14.25 g
Carbs: 55.5 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 3 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 3094 kcal
Protein: 114 g
Carbs: 444 g
Fat: 96 g
Fiber: 24 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 500g	1820	52	380	5	15
Salt 10g	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar 5g	20	0	5	0	0
Active dry yeast 10g	33	5	2	0	0
Warm water 325ml	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 30ml	240	0	0	27	0
Canned crushed tomatoes 400g	80	4	18	0	5
Garlic, minced 2 cloves	8	0	2	0	0
Dried oregano 1 teaspoon	3	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Onions, thinly sliced 2 medium	80	2	18	0	3
Pecorino Romano, grated 150g	570	40	10	45	0
Anchovy fillets, chopped 8-10	80	10	0	4	0
Dried breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon	40	1	8	1	1
Extra virgin olive oil For drizzling	120	0	0	14	0

These estimates are based on typical ingredient values and are not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Activate yeast
Dissolve the yeast in warm water with sugar and let it sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.
2
Mix ingredients
Mix flour and salt in a large bowl; add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3
Knead and rise
Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
Tip: Ensure the dough has doubled in size for the right texture.

Preparing the Sauce and Onions

1
Caramelize onions
Heat a bit of olive oil in a pan, cook the onions until soft and slightly caramelized, about 15 minutes.
Tip: Caramelizing onions slowly will enhance their sweetness and flavor.
2
Prepare tomato sauce
In another pan, combine crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano, and season with salt and pepper; simmer for 10-15 minutes.
3
Cool mixture
Allow both onions and sauce to cool slightly before assembling the sfincione.

How to Make Rustic Sicilian Sfincione with Anchovies and Pecorino

Total time: 4 h · Yields 8 servings

1
Stretching the Dough
Roll out or stretch the dough to fit a large, oiled baking sheet.
2
Layering
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then layer with caramelized onions, anchovies, and a sprinkle of breadcrumbs.
3
Baking
Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crispy.