Fugazzeta Pizza (Argentina)

Fugazzeta Pizza (Argentina)
Fugazzeta Pizza (Argentina)

Fugazzeta

Originally from Argentina, this Fugazzeta pizza is a delightful vegetarian pizza you will like.

Made well, this pizza style enjoys a distinctive taste, matched with a unequaled smell to delight you.

Ensure you choose excellent toppings and complement them with a fantastic crust for you and friends to savor a perfect pizza meal.

Are you into Vegetarian pizza with Tomato sauce? Then read on!

Experimenting with pizza toppings is a great idea for a few reasons! First, it allows you to try new and exciting flavors. There are so many different toppings out there, from classic options like pepperoni and mushroom, to more unique options like pineapple and bacon.

Trying new toppings can open up a whole new world of taste sensations. Second, experimenting with toppings can help you discover new favorite combinations. You might be surprised at how well certain toppings go together. And third, it’s a great way to add some variety to your pizza routine.

If you always get the same topping on your pizza, experimenting with new toppings can make your pizza experience more exciting and enjoyable. So, if you’re tired of the same old pizza toppings, give experimenting a try! You might just discover your new favorite pizza.

Pizza in Argentina

Parrillas, pasta and pizza are mainstays in Argentine cuisine. The most common ingredients come from foods such as pork, lamb, Beef, Potatoes, sweet Potatoes, apples and squashes.

Take a look at some of the other pizzas from Argentina here.

Fugazzeta Pizza at a glance
Origin Argentina
Type Vegetarian
Sauce Tomato Sauce

Fugazzeta Pizza Recipe

For all the pizza lovers out there, we’ve created a recipe for you to make a mouthwatering homemade Fugazzeta Pizza , whether you’re using a backyard pizza oven or a pizza stone in your oven.

Preparation time
Dough 2 hours
Assembly 10 minutes
Baking 12-20 minutes

Fugazzeta Pizza Ingredients

Choose enough of the toppings that you will need for the amount of pizzas you plan to make. The dough and sauce are designed for 3-4 medium sized pizzas, so scale up or down, based on your requirements.

Fugazzeta Pizza

Simple Pizza dough

  • 2 tsps (7 g sachet) dried yeast
  • 1 cup (250 ml) luke-warm water
  • 2 2/3 cups (400 grams) pizza flour
  • Two tsps salt
  • 3 tbsps (1/4 cup) virgin olive oil

Fugazzeta Pizza Toppings

Toppings used in this pizza recipe, are;

  • Prosciutto Cotto
  • Mozzarella
  • Onion
  • Spinach

Fugazzeta pizza recipe

Easy Tomato Pizza Sauce

  • 1 can (15oz/420g) diced or crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (6oz/170g) can of tomato paste
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 small onion
  • 1 tbsp dried Italian herbs

Want to try a different sauce? See our article on the different types of pizza sauces.

TIP

You can click on any of the tags at the bottom of this page, to find other pizzas besides Fugazzeta Pizza, that use that topping.

Homemade pizza dough

Pizza Dough Method

If you don’t have much time, grab a premade pizza base at your local grocery store, or craft your own homemade pizza dough following the simple steps below.

  1. Whisk yeast and lukewarm water in glass or plastic container. Let stand for approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Add flour and salt in a large bowl. Create a well in the centre of the flour. Pour in the liquid yeast mixture and the oil.
  3. Using your hands or a mixer, mix the dough until smooth. Pour dough on a lightly floured work surface and then knead by hand for five minutes.
  4. Place dough into lightly oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Sit in a warm place for roughly 30 minutes to an hour, to rise until it doubles in size.
  5. Fold the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently by hand for around five minutes or until smooth.
  6. Spread some flour on kitchen bench before rolling, in order to prevent sticking.
  7. Divide the dough roughly into equal amounts. Roll out pizza bases for the desired size.

TIP: We have other dough recipes if you would like to try your hand at sourdough, poolish or more.

Easy Tomato Pizza Sauce

Tomato Pizza Sauce Method

Making your own tomato sauce is not only easy but also more delicious, follow the steps provided and take your pizza to the next level.

  1. Mix ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Mix well using a whisk, or blender.
  3. Leave sitting for five minutes.
  4. Your sauce is now ready. Enjoy!
  5. Keep sauce in fridge or freeze for future use.

If your sauce is not thick enough for your liking, adding some more tomato paste can fix that.

Fugazzeta recipe

Preparing Fugazzeta Pizza

Start by heating your oven to at least 450 degrees.

Spread out your dough on a well floured surface.

If you have a pizza peel, flour the peel and create your pizza on it.

Start by spreading the sauce all over the base. This pizza uses Tomato Sauce. Spread the Tomato Sauce Thinly yet evenly, leaving a margin for the crust.

Add the largest toppings first – typically meat or seafood, then the smaller toppings.

Add cheese last, and sprinkle it all over to help keep the toppings in place when it melts.

This pizza has the following toppings:

  • Prosciutto Cotto
  • Mozzarella
  • Onion
  • Spinach

This pizza is great tasting as is, or you could enjoy it with a fresh salad?

Cooking time

Put the Fugazzeta pizza in oven, and set alarm for ten minutes.

After 10 minutes, open the door and see how cooked pizza is.

Pizza should be ready within 15 minutes. However, allow it to cook to personal taste.

Vegetarian pizza

About Spinach

The leafy Green vegetable, Spinach, originated in Persia, and then introduced to China in the 7th century. In the 12th century, it came to Europe and spread across the globe from there. It is known as “Persian Green” in China.
Spinach is packed with potassium, magnesium, iron, and vitamins C and E. Regular consumption can boost your protein, iron, and your immunity.

Pizza from Argentina

Pizza Tools

When making Fugazzeta Pizza, I always recommend that you use what you have already, and avoid spending a ton of money. My recommended basic pizza tool list is…

Kitchen Scales

Do you have quality digital kitchen scales? It’s a great tool for any chef or pizza cook.

Pizza Scissors

These may seem like a weird tool to some, however other pizzaiolo’s swear by using scissors instead of a traditional pizza cutter.

Pizza Steel

A pizza steel is very similar to a pizza stone, and works the same way in a normal kitchen oven.

 

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Prosciutto Cotto

When it comes to pizza toppings, prosciutto cotto is a classic Italian favorite. It’s made from pork shoulder and seasoned with herbs, spices, and salt. The cured meat is then cooked slowly over low heat until it’s tender and full of flavor.

The addition of prosciutto cotto adds texture and depth to any dish that includes it – especially pizza! Its subtle smokiness complements the richness of cheese while its salty taste offsets other ingredients like mushrooms or peppers.

Prosciutto Cotto

Strange Pizza Facts

Here are some facts about pizza.

Pizza as currency

The world’s first pizza ATM went live in 2016, at Xavier University, Ohio. Customers can purchase a medium pizza using a touchscreen, which the machine then heats up and dispenses through a slot.

Most expensive pizza sold at an online auction

The “Pizza Royale 2007”, created by Domenico Crolla (UK/Italy) for the premiere of Casino Royale (2007), was auctioned off for charity on eBay to an Italian lawyer for a record £2,150 US$3,321.

Longest calzone

The longest calzone came in at a whopping length of 18.22 m (59 ft 9.5 in) in July 2019. It was achieved by The Vaughan Pizza Fest and Roberto Vergalito (both Canada) at Revel Park in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vegetarian Pizzas

Keen on seeing more than Fugazzeta pizza? We have plenty of other Vegetarian pizza recipes to look at, as well. Enjoy!

 

Pizza making FAQ

Want to make delicious pizzas at home? Here are some expert answers to some of the most common pizza making questions.

Can I substitute some of the herbs when making pizza?

Of course! One of the things I love about making pizza is trying different combinations. There’s a plethora of herbs out there to choose from, some which will work together and some that don’t. Explore your taste preferences and substitute any herbs in recipes.

How hot does a pizza oven get?

Pizza ovens can reach 900-1000 degrees, however most of the time, pizzas cook best around 750-850 degrees.

How to keep pizza from sticking to stone?

The best way to avoid pizza sticking to a pizza stone is to ensure the base has plenty of flour or polenta between the pizza and the stone.

Fugazzeta pizza from Argentina

Have you made Fugazzeta Pizza?

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