Can I Make The Meatzza Without Breadcrumbs?

Our answer

Nigella's Meatzza (from NIGELLISSIMA) has a base made from minced (ground) beef that is seasoned and pressed into a tin, then topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese before being baked. It is a cross between a meatball and a pizza, hence the name.

The meat base contains a small amount of breadcrumbs as these help to bind the base and the breadcrumbs also swell slightly to help the meat base remain moist and tender. Rolled (quick-cooking) oats are a good alternative and some diets will allow a small amount of oats. However, if you need to omit breadcrumbs and oats entirely then this should not affect the Meatzza too much as it is a small amount. The Meatzza base may be very slightly firmer but will still be delicious.