How to Make Pizza Dough

Many people love eating pizza

Pizza is a favorite for many people due to its delicious and light taste. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Originally an Italian dish, pizza consists of tomatoes, cheese, sauce, and dough. There are several ways to prepare pizza dough—it can be thick or thin and crispy. In this article, we will explore multiple ways to make it.

Pizza Dough Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon yeast
• 1 ½ cups warm water
• 3 ½ cups flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• A pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar

Soft Pizza Dough Preparation:

1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water with a tablespoon of sugar and let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbles form.
2. Place the flour in a large bowl, create a well in the center, and pour in the yeast mixture.
3. Add olive oil in the center and start mixing and kneading.
4. Continue kneading until the dough becomes firm.
5. Grease a bowl with oil, place the dough inside, and cover it with a clean cloth. Let it rest in a warm place for 50 to 60 minutes until it doubles in size.
6. Sprinkle some flour on a surface, roll out the dough, and shape it.

Yogurt-Based Pizza Dough

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons yogurt
• 2 eggs
• ¾ cup vegetable oil
• 2 cups warm water
• 6 cups sifted white flour
• 6 tablespoons powdered milk
• A pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons instant yeast

Preparation:

1. Mix the dry ingredients together.
2. Blend the wet ingredients using a slow-speed blender.
3. Combine all ingredients and knead by hand.
4. Let the dough ferment for 30 minutes, then spread it in a baking tray.
5. Add your preferred pizza toppings, such as vegetables, mushrooms, and cheese.
6. Bake in a medium-heated oven until golden and serve.

Pizza Sauce Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 10 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon basil
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon crushed chili flakes (optional)

Preparation:

1. Heat butter and olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and stir well.
4. Add the chopped green pepper and tomatoes, stirring continuously.
5. Mix in the tomato paste, sugar, salt, oregano, basil, black pepper, and chili flakes.
6. Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes until it thickens.

Baked Pizza in a Pan

Dough Ingredients:

• 2 ½ cups flour
• 1 tablespoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons corn oil

Topping Ingredients:

• ½ cup pizza sauce
• 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
• ½ cup black olives, sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, yeast, salt, oregano, and sugar.
2. Add oil and warm water, then mix on medium speed until the dough forms. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough becomes firm. Knead for another 5 minutes.
3. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, brush the surface with oil, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in a warm place for 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
4. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and prepare a round pizza tray.
5. Spread the dough evenly in the tray and let it rest for 10 minutes.
6. Spread the pizza sauce, then add bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.
7. Let it rest for 10 minutes, then bake for 30 minutes until golden brown.

Tips:

• You can prepare the pizza dough a day in advance and store it in the fridge.
• The dough can also be frozen after rising. Before using, thaw it in the fridge for 12 hours, then leave it at room temperature for 4 hours.
• For a thinner crust, divide the dough into two portions.