RestaurantsVespaioWood Fire Pizza Recipe

Wood Fire Pizza Recipe

Inspired by Vespaio
Time1h 30m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Dough

Method

Dough Preparation

1

Activate Yeast

In a small bowl, mix 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 yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

3

Knead the Dough

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4

Let the Dough Rise

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Pizza Assembly

5

Preheat Oven

Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to about 700°F (370°C) or as hot as it can get.

6

Shape the Dough

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2-3 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then flatten and stretch into a round pizza base.

7

Add Toppings

Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the base, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, add pepperoni, and fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil.

8

Bake the Pizza

Carefully place the pizza in the wood-fired oven. Bake for about 2-3 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

9

Serve

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.