Chimichurri Pizza with Prosciutto & Figs

This Chimichurri Pizza with Prosciutto & Figs is a delicious combination of savory, sweet, and salty flavors. The herbaceousness of chimichurri pairs perfectly with the salty prosciutto and the sweetness of Grand Marnier Fig Preserves. It’s a simple, flavorful vegetable pizza twist.

Instructions.

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Pour the flour onto a plate, coat both sides of the pizza dough with flour, and stretch it into a 13″-14″ circle.
2. Place the dough on a lightly floured pizza peel.

Step 2: Add Toppings

1. Spread chimichurri evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
2. Place the mozzarella slices evenly on the dough, within the chimichurri circle.

Distribute small spoonfuls of Grand Marnier Fig Preserves across the pizza, leaving a balanced and visually appealing gap between each dollop.

Step 3: Cooking Options

Ooni Pizza Oven.

1. Set Ooni to high heat. Step ,Preheat it for 15-20 minutes.
2.  Use the slow-bake method: Set oven to 11:00.
3. Use a swift motion to transfer the pizza to the oven.
4. Turn the pizza 45 degrees every minute until the edges are golden and the toppings are melted (about 3-4 minutes).
5. Remove the pizza, add prosciutto slices on top, and cut into 4-6 pieces.

Conventional Oven.

1. Place the pizza stone on the middle rack and pizza steel on the bottom rack.
2. Preheat the oven to 550°F for 1 hour.
3. Launch the pizza onto the pizza stone and cook for 5-6 minutes.
4.  Rotate pizza 180° on steel and bake for additional 5-6 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.Remove the pizza, add prosciutto slices, and cut into 4-6 pieces.

Pro Tips.

• After topping the dough, give the peel a shake to make sure the pizza isn’t stuck.
• If the dough sticks, use a bench scraper to loosen it and add more flour underneath.
• Using both a pizza stone and pizza steel will give the pizza a crispier crust.

How to Include Kids.

• Younger kids can help slice the mozzarella with a butter knife.
• Older kids can help stretch the dough and add fig preserves.
• Use timers to teach them how long 5 minutes feels, helping develop their sense of time.

FAQ

Q1.What is chimichurri?

A. Chimichurri is traditionally served with grilled meats, vegetables, and bread, but it’s also amazing on pizzas, sandwiches, and salads! It’s typically used in Argentine cuisine and can be found in most grocery stores.

Q2. Can I use store-bought dough?

A. Yes! Store-bought dough works just as well if you don’t want to make your own.

Q3. Can I replace prosciutto with another meat?

A.  Absolutely! You can use bresaola or even thinly sliced ham as a substitute.

Q4. How can I make this pizza without a pizza stone or steel?

1. While a regular baking sheet works, a pizza stone or steel yields a significantly crisper crust.

Q5. What’s the slow-bake hack for the Ooni?

A. It’s a trick where you turn the dial to 11:00 on the Ooni oven to lower the flame and get a more even, slower bake.

Q6. Can I make this pizza gluten-free?

A. Yes, just use gluten-free pizza dough!

Q7. Can I store leftover pizza?

1. You can also reheat in a skillet on the stovetop or in the microwave, but oven reheating preserves crispiness best.

Q8. Is there a non-alcoholic substitute for Grand Marnier in the fig preserves?

A. You can skip the Grand Marnier or substitute it with a bit of orange juice or zest.

Q9. Can I make this pizza without figs?

A. Yes, the figs add sweetness, but you can skip them or use another sweet topping like caramelized onions.

Q10. Can I make this pizza in advance?

A. You can prepare the dough and toppings in advance, but it’s best to cook the pizza fresh for the crispiest crust.

This Chimichurri Pizza with Prosciutto & Figs is a unique and flavorful pizza that’s sure to impress with its sweet, salty, and herbaceous flavors!