Diavolo Pizza Recipe
Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, spicy salami & basil
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
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 Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then turn it out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Topping Assembly
- 5
Prepare Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce
Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Salami
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the sauce. Layer the spicy salami slices on top.
- 9
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle the olive oil over the toppings and sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes according to your taste.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Carefully slide the pizza (with the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot.