The Ultimate Meat Lovers Pizza

"Il Carnivoro": The Ultimate Carnivore's Pizza

When it comes to pizza, sometimes you want something hearty and packed with flavour. At our deli shop, the most common request is for "something meaty", so we’ve created the perfect pizza for all carnivores! Introducing our “Il Carnivoro” pizza, a mouthwatering combination of three delicious deli meats that will satisfy your cravings.

This pizza is a flavour-packed masterpiece featuring pancetta, Napoli salami, and prosciutto. With pancetta crisping up beautifully in the oven's high heat, spicy Napoli salami providing a bold punch, and delicate prosciutto added after baking for a tender finish, this pizza is a firm favourite. It’s the ideal option for those who love their pizza piled high with savoury, rich meats.

Ingredients

• One 260-gram dough ball (we recommend using our Classic Pizza Dough, which should be proofed for 3 to 4 hours before cooking)
• San Marzano tomatoes (hand-crushed for the best taste)
• Maldon salt, to taste
• Semolina (for dusting, we recommend Flour Semolina Extra Fine)
• 100 grams of Italian Mozzarella (for top-quality taste, use Fior di Latte)
• Salami (choose between Ventricina for a spicy kick or Napoli for a milder but still tasty flavour)
• Pancetta
• Thinly sliced Prosciutto (to be added after cooking)
• Parmigiana Reggiano cheese (to be added after cooking)
• Hot honey (optional for a sweet-spicy finish)

Method

Note: To achieve the perfect texture, be sure to set aside 3 to 4 hours for the dough to proof before cooking.

1. Preheat your oven to 400°C. 

2. Prepare the dough: On a lightly floured work surface, take your dough ball and press the air from the centre to the edges with your fingers. Stretch the dough into a 30-centimeter base. 

3. Top the pizza: Spoon about 4 tablespoons of hand-crushed San Marzano tomatoes onto the dough. Sprinkle a pinch of Maldon salt for flavour, and then add the mozzarella cheese and place the salami (Ventricina for spice or Milano for a milder flavour) and pancetta on top.

4. Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in your preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy and the cheese is bubbling and melted. The pancetta should be crisp, and the salami should be slightly curled, adding that perfect crunch and flavour.

5. Finish with prosciutto and honey: Add the thinly sliced prosciutto on top once the pizza comes out of the oven. The prosciutto’s delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture contrasts beautifully with the crispy pancetta and salami. For an extra touch of richness, grate some Parmigiano Reggiano over the top, and if you like a touch of sweetness, drizzle some hot honey on the pizza. The honey adds a sweet-spicy kick that enhances the savoury flavours of the meats.

6. Serve and enjoy: Cut your “Something Meaty” pizza into slices, serve, and enjoy every bite of this carnivore’s dream. The combination of rich meats, fresh mozzarella, and a sweet finish from the honey is sure to make this your new favourite pizza.

Why We Love This Pizza

There’s something truly special about a pizza that combines pancetta, salami, and prosciutto. The pancetta crisps up beautifully in the oven, adding a smoky, savoury flavour. The salami brings a bit of spice (or mildness, depending on your choice), and the prosciutto is the perfect finishing touch—delicate, slightly salty, and tender. Topping it with Parmigiano Reggiano and finishing with a drizzle of hot honey creates a pizza that’s a balance of salty, savoury, and sweet.

This pizza is perfect for meat lovers and anyone who enjoys bold flavours and satisfying textures. With the high-quality ingredients we recommend, you’re sure to get a pizza that tastes like it came straight from your favourite pizzeria.

So next time you’re craving something meaty and delicious, try this recipe. We promise it won’t disappoint!

Enjoy your pizza-making adventure, and don’t forget to savour every meaty bite!