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saltfish buljol pizza

Unforgettable Saltfish Buljol Pizza

A bold Caribbean-inspired homemade pizza combining the bright freshness of traditional saltfish buljol with crisp pizza dough for an unforgettable island twist on pizza nigh
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Prep Time 25 minutes
4 minutes
Course Breads & Bakes, Main Course, Seafood & Fish, Summer Recipes, Weeknight Dinners
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4 medium pizzas

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 lb prepared salted cod prepared and flaked
  • 2 scallions chopped
  • 1 Bird’s Eye pepper optional
  • 1 cup sweet bell peppers diced
  • 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 large tomato seeded and diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons parsley chopped
  • 1 large shallot thinly sliced
  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • Pizza dough store bought
  • 1/4 cup corn meal
  • 1/4 cup olive oil divided

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the salted cod by either soaking overnight in water, soaking in boiling water for 20 minutes, or boiling for 5 to 7 minutes.
    ingredients for saltfish buljol pizza
  • Rinse the fish, squeeze dry, then shred or flake into small pieces.
  • Check carefully for bones and remove any you find. Years ago I had a painful experience that saw me have to go to the emergency room with a bone logged in my throat.
  • Place the shredded salted fish into a large bowl.
  • Add the tomato, scallion, shallot, parsley, black pepper, bird's eye pepper, and diced bell peppers.
  • Add the lemon juice and mix well to combine everything evenly.
    completed saltfish buljol
  • Do not add additional salt as there will still be residual salt from the cured fish.
  • Preheat your wood fired oven.
  • If using a conventional (kitchen) oven, preheat to 500°F and heat a pizza stone or baking tray.
  • Dust your pizza peel with the corn meal.
    saltfish buljol pizza on pizza peel
  • Stretch the dough gently by hand and place it onto the prepared peel.
  • Top generously with the Saltfish Buljol mixture.
    prepared saltfish buljol pizza for the wood fired oven
  • Drizzle over half of the olive oil.
  • Slide the pizza into the oven.
  • If using a wood fired oven, rotate every 20 to 30 seconds to prevent uneven burning.
    pizza in wood fired oven
  • Bake for 3 to 5 minutes in a wood fired oven.
    freshly baked pizza
  • If baking in a conventional oven, bake for 10 to 14 minutes until the crust is golden and cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven.
  • Drizzle on the remaining olive oil immediately.
    homemade saltfish buljol pizza, a Caribbean delight
  • Dust with grated parmesan if desired.
  • Serve with Chadon Beni Garlic Sauce or drizzle with Habanero Hot Honey.

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Notes

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Can I make Saltfish Buljol Pizza in a regular oven?

Yes. Preheat your conventional oven to 500°F and bake for approximately 10 to 14 minutes, depending on the thickness of the dough and desired crust color.

Can I use a different type of salted fish?

Absolutely. Salted pollock and Alaskan salted fish both work very well and are often less expensive than salted cod.

Why is there no cheese on this Saltfish Buljol Pizza?

The goal here is to allow the fresh saltfish buljol flavors to remain the star. Too much cheese can overpower those bright traditional flavors.

Can I make the buljol topping ahead of time?

Yes. You can prepare the saltfish buljol several hours ahead and refrigerate it until ready to assemble the pizza.

What sauce works best with Saltfish Buljol Pizza?

Chadon Beni Garlic Sauce pairs beautifully, though Habanero Hot Honey adds a wonderful sweet heat finish.
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