This recipe is divided into three parts
PIZZA DOUGH
Ingredients:
2-3g dry yeast
40ml luke warm water
50g all-purpose flour
1tsp salt
1tsp sugar (powdered)
semolina or cornmeal for dusting
1tsp extra virgin olive oil or vegetable oil
Directions:
Combine the water, yeast and sugar in a small bowl. Set it aside until foamy. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt, make a well in center. Add the yeast mixture and oil. By using your hands bring the dough together in a bowl. Now brush a bowl lightly with oil. Cover and rise until doubled in volume, about 1-2 hours.
Turn the dough on a well floured surface.Form the dough into a round and roll out into a pizza shape.
Note:
The dough can be wrapped in plastic and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
PIZZA SAUCE
Ingredients:
2tbsp olive oil, to saute
2cup tomato paste
4-5 tbsp tomato sauce
2-3 garlic clove,crushed
1 sweet onion, finely diced and minced
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp dried rosemary
1/2 tbsp chopped basil leaves
1tbsp ground paprika(optional: to make it bit spicy)
1- 1 1/2 cup water
Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions:
Over medium heat, heat oil in a saucepan until hot. Add garlic,onion and all the spices.Now add tomato paste and water.Stir well and bring to a shimmer boil.You can add touch of sugar if the tomatoes are tart. Shimmer on a low flame for right desired consistency.
Note:
After the sauce has cooled down, store in a airtight container in a refrigerator.This can be used up to one week.
THE FINAL STEP:
Lightly top up the dough with sauce and then with lots of shredded mozzarella. Place the pizza in a preheated oven for about 10-12 min. Meanwhile do keep peeking in for even baking. Remove from the oven and place it on a cutting board. Let it cool a bit before slicing and serving.
So the all time favorite Margarita is ready to eat. You can serve it with Garlic bread as starters and Ice-tea for drinks. Do tell us how it turned out or any queries regarding recipes.
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