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Pizza Bianca is a traditional Italian flatbread originating from Rome, commonly sold in bakeries and as street food. Unlike standard pizza, it lacks tomato sauce and cheese, relying instead on a simple dough baked with olive oil, coarse salt, and occasionally fresh rosemary. The baking process creates a distinct textural contrast, yielding a crispy exterior and a soft, airy interior. It is frequently sliced open and filled with cured meats or cheeses for a casual meal.
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What is on traditional Roman pizza bianca?
Traditional Roman pizza bianca is usually seasoned simply with olive oil and salt, with rosemary sometimes added. Unlike pizza rossa, it normally has no tomato sauce.
Is pizza bianca the same as focaccia?
They are related but not identical. Roman pizza bianca is generally flatter and crisper than many versions of Ligurian focaccia, while retaining an airy, chewy interior.
How do people eat pizza bianca in Rome?
It is commonly sold by weight from Roman bakeries and eaten plain or split for a sandwich. A classic filling is thinly sliced mortadella.
Why does pizza bianca develop large air pockets?
A well-hydrated dough and sufficient fermentation allow gas bubbles to expand before and during baking. Baking on a thoroughly heated surface then produces the characteristic crisp exterior and open crumb.
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