Palermo-style is a delicious Sicilian pizza-like dish that originated in Palermo, the capital city of Sicily, Italy. It is a favorite among locals and tourists alike for its unique flavors and layers of toppings. Making Palermo-style sfincione at home is a delightful culinary adventure that allows you to experience the taste of Sicily in your own kitchen. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to make this delectable dish.

Firstly, let’s talk about the dough. To make the perfect sfincione dough, you’ll need:

– 3 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons of instant yeast
– 1 teaspoon of sugar
– 1 ½ cups of warm water
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 1 teaspoon of salt

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. This ensures that the yeast is activated. Then, add the olive oil and salt to the mixture. Gradually add the flour while stirring until a sticky dough forms.

Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

While the dough is rising, let’s move on to the sfincione toppings. Traditionally, sfincione is topped with a flavorful combination of onions, tomatoes, oregano, breadcrumbs, and a sprinkle of salty cheese. Here’s what you’ll need:

– 2 large onions, thinly sliced
– 4-5 ripe tomatoes, diced
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 2 teaspoons of dried oregano
– 1 cup of breadcrumbs
– ½ cup of grated Pecorino Romano cheese (or Parmesan)

In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal parts. Roll out each portion into a rectangle shape to fit your baking sheet. Place the dough onto a greased baking sheet or a pizza stone.

Evenly spread the sautéed onions over each rectangle of dough. Next, distribute the diced tomatoes on top of the onions. Sprinkle the dried oregano, breadcrumbs, and grated cheese over both rectangles.

Bake the sfincione in the preheated oven for about 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.

Once done, remove the sfincione from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting it into squares or rectangles. Sfincione is traditionally served at room temperature or slightly warm.

Enjoy your homemade Palermo-style sfincione! It is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or even as a party snack. The combination of flavors from the caramelized onions, juicy tomatoes, aromatic oregano, and crunchy breadcrumbs is truly a delight for your taste buds. So, gather your family or friends, and savor the Palermo-style sfincione together, relishing the authentic flavors of Sicily.

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