Here's a simple recipe for anchovy pizza sauce:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6-8 anchovy fillets, drained and chopped
- 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the chopped anchovy fillets to the saucepan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until they start to dissolve and release their flavors.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well to combine with the anchovies and garlic.
- Add the dried oregano and red pepper flakes (if desired) to the sauce and stir again.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper according to your preference. Keep in mind that anchovies are naturally salty, so you may not need much additional salt.
- Once the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly before using it as a pizza sauce.
This anchovy pizza sauce is rich in umami flavors and can add a delicious depth to your pizza. Adjust the amount of anchovies to suit your taste, as they can have a strong flavor.