Capers and Anchovy Pizza
Capers is tangy where anchovy is umami, and a shared savory streak keeps the two pulling in the same direction. The affinity runs both ways, which is why this combination keeps showing up on serious pizza menus.
Tiny, briny capers burst with intense, salty-tangy flavor that punches above their size. Briny, umami-packed anchovy fillets that dissolve into the pizza, adding an intense depth of flavor. On a San Marzano Red Sauce base, the sauce's sweet and bright acidity character ties the two together.
Best Sauces for This Pairing
Frequently Asked Questions
What sauce goes best with capers and anchovy pizza?
San Marzano Red Sauce is the strongest match. Its sweet, bright acidity and herbaceous profile supports both capers and anchovy without crowding them. Calabrian Chili Oil Base is a good second choice if you want a different direction.
What else goes well with capers and anchovy on pizza?
Olives pairs well with both toppings and can join without unbalancing the pizza. Keep it to a single addition so the capers and anchovy pairing stays the star.