Wood Fired Pizza Recipe
Make Wood Fired Pizza Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1.5 cups) and sugar (1 tsp). Sprinkle the active dry yeast (2 tsp) over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour (4 cups) and salt (1 tsp). Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture along with olive oil (2 tbsp).
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a rough dough forms, then turn it out onto a floured surface. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let it Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat the Wood-Fired Oven
Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to about 800°F (427°C). This ensures a crispy crust and well-cooked toppings.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide it into 2 equal pieces for larger pizzas or 4 for smaller ones. Shape each piece into a round pizza base by pressing it down and stretching it gently.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread a layer of tomato sauce (1 cup) over the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edge. Top with fresh mozzarella cheese (2 cups) and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Add fresh basil leaves (1 cup) on top.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the oven using a pizza peel. Bake for about 90 seconds to 2 minutes, rotating occasionally for even cooking, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 9
Drizzle and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle with olive oil (2 tbsp) and let it cool for a minute before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!