Margarita Pizza Recipe
Make Margarita Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. 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 the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and cover with a clean cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a round shape, about 12 inches in diameter.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Transfer the shaped dough to a piece of parchment paper. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Basil
Tear the fresh mozzarella cheese into pieces and scatter them over the sauce. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
- 9
Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with salt to taste.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper) to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot with extra basil if desired.