Pizza Napoletana Recipe
Make Pizza Napoletana Recipe in just 2h 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, 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.
