Wood-fired Meatball & Pepperoncini Pizza Recipe
Make Wood-fired Meatball & Pepperoncini 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
Meatballs
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Meatball Preparation
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- 6
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- 7
Pizza Assembly
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to around 700°F (370°C). If using a regular oven, preheat to the highest setting.
- 9
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
- 10
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Scatter shredded mozzarella cheese, cooked meatballs, and sliced pepperoncini evenly over the top.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven. Bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.
