This fried peach and pancetta pizza combines sweet and savory flavors for a mouthwatering dish. The juicy peaches are caramelized in butter, while the crispy pancetta adds a salty crunch. Top it off with creamy mozzarella and fresh basil for a perfect balance of flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
- 4 oz pancetta, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the peach slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the pancetta to the skillet and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Stretch out the pizza dough on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and arrange the caramelized peaches, crispy pancetta, and torn mozzarella on top.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and top with fresh basil leaves.
- Slice and serve hot.
- Enjoy your delicious fried peach and pancetta pizza!
Interesting Facts
Fried peaches add a unique sweetness to this savory pizza.
Pancetta is an Italian bacon that adds a crispy, salty flavor to the dish.
The combination of sweet peaches, salty pancetta, and creamy mozzarella creates a perfect balance of flavors.