Whether you’re vegan or not, this pizza, full of spice and bold flavours, is sure to be a crowd pleaser. The Belazu Ve-Du-Ya (vegan ‘nduja) paste makes up the base of the tomato sauce to add a lovely sweetness and spice. Add to that a fantastic cheese alternative – Mozzarisella Classic – and Perelló olives for a hint of salt and tang, and you’ve got quite the vegan-forward stunner.
Along with using fresh, high-quality ingredients, taking the time to make a pizza sauce as opposed to buying it pre-made in a can will transform this (and any) pizza, which is why we love using San Marzano tomatoes. Their bold, bright flavour adds to that authentic Italian cooking experience, and because they have less acidity compared to other tomatoes, they pair extra well with the Ve-Du-Ya paste.
Most vegans and vegetarians won’t be familiar with the taste of ‘nduja – a spicy, spreadable pork sausage from Calabria in Southern Italy – but the vegan version from Belazu offers a similar bold heat and emulates the traditional paste without sacrificing taste.