Arugula Pizza Recipe
Make Arugula 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 Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and olive oil. Add the frothy yeast mixture once it's ready.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into your desired pizza shape.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute it over the sauce.
- 8
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the hot pizza stone) and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
- 10
Serve
Slice the pizza and serve it hot, garnished with freshly shaved parmesan cheese.