Iranian pizza

Iranian pizza
An Iranian-style special pizza (Makhsoos)
Alternative namesPersian pizza
TypePizza
Place of originIran, Iranian diaspora
Main ingredientsPizza dough, cheese, tomato sauce, Persian Spices
VariationsIranian-style toppings, lacking base sauce.

Iranian pizza (Persian: پیتزای ایرانی) also known as Persian pizza (پیتزای پارسی) refers to the various styles of pizza and its preparation rather than its toppings. It is characterized by its thick bread and large amounts of cheese. Iranian pizza is served in Iran and places affected by the Iranian diaspora. It is usually made with minced meat, beef sausage, bell pepper, mushroom, mozzarella cheese, and Persian spices.