Budda Boomers Recipe
Deep-fried pizza dough tossed in garlic and Parmesan Romano. The perfect vessel for Mario's signature tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Sauce
For Frying
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F), sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Slowly add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Cooking Budda Boomers
- 5
Prepare the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small balls (about the size of a golf ball).
- 7
Fry the Dough
Carefully drop the dough balls into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- 8
Toss with Toppings
In a large bowl, toss the fried dough with olive oil, garlic powder, Parmesan, and Romano cheese until well coated.
