Caramelized Onion and Prosciutto Pizza
Caramelized Onion and prosciutto both lean savory and rich, so the pairing doubles down on what each does best instead of competing.
Slowly caramelized onions add a deep, jammy sweetness with savory undertones. Delicate, dry-cured Italian ham that adds an elegant, silky layer of salt and sweetness. On a Brown Butter-Sage Sauce base, the sauce's nutty and toasty character ties the two together.
Best Sauces for This Pairing
Frequently Asked Questions
What sauce goes best with caramelized onion and prosciutto pizza?
Brown Butter-Sage Sauce is the strongest match. Its nutty, toasty and herbal profile supports both caramelized onion and prosciutto without crowding them. White Garlic-Parmesan Cream Sauce is a good second choice if you want a different direction.
What else goes well with caramelized onion and prosciutto on pizza?
Gorgonzola, bacon and thyme each sit comfortably next to this combination. Keep it to a single addition so the caramelized onion and prosciutto pairing stays the star.