Pizza Napoletana Recipe
Recipe information
Make Pizza Napoletana in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
Dough
Toppings
Dough Preparation
1. Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, mix the warm water (about 110°F) with the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
3. Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Then transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Toppings Preparation
5. Prepare the Tomato Sauce
While the dough is rising, crush the San Marzano tomatoes by hand in a bowl. Add salt to taste and mix well.
6. Slice the Cheese
Slice the fresh mozzarella cheese into thin rounds and set aside.
Pizza Assembly and Baking
7. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to the highest temperature (around 475°F to 500°F) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
8. Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and let them rest for 15 minutes.
9. Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, gently stretch each ball of dough into a 10-12 inch circle using your hands or a rolling pin.
10. Add Toppings
Spread a thin layer of the prepared tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Arrange slices of mozzarella cheese and a few fresh basil leaves on top. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.
11. Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for about 8-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
12. Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, then add additional fresh basil if desired and slice into wedges. Serve hot.
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