Capocollo and Roasted Red Pepper Pizza
Capocollo is savory, rich and spicy where roasted red pepper is sweet, smoky and fresh, a contrast that keeps every bite interesting.
Thinly sliced capocollo brings a rich, peppery pork flavor with a beautiful marbling. Sweet, smoky roasted red peppers add vibrant color and a charred, velvety sweetness. 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 capocollo and roasted red pepper pizza?
San Marzano Red Sauce is the strongest match. Its sweet, bright acidity and herbaceous profile supports both capocollo and roasted red pepper without crowding them. Calabrian Chili Oil Base is a good second choice if you want a different direction.
What else goes well with capocollo and roasted red pepper on pizza?
Arugula, goat cheese and Italian sausage each sit comfortably next to this combination. Keep it to a single addition so the capocollo and roasted red pepper pairing stays the star.