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Margherita Pizza

Cultural Context

Margherita Pizza is a classic Italian dish that originated in Naples. It is named after Queen Margherita of Savoy and is known for its simple yet flavorful combination of fresh ingredients. The colors of the pizza represent the Italian flag: red (tomato), white (mozzarella), and green (basil). This dish is a staple in Italian cuisine and is enjoyed worldwide, often served in pizzerias and homes alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
3/4 cup lukewarm water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon instant/active dry yeast
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
extra virgin olive oil
dried oregano
dried basil

fresh mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories, while shredded mozzarella is often more affordable.

1

Weigh your ingredients first.

2

Combine 3/4 cup lukewarm water, 2 teaspoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon instant yeast. Mix to let the sugar dissolve and let it rest for 10-15 minutes until frothy.

3

Add 1 cup of the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the mixture. Mix with a spatula or spoon.

4

Gradually add the remaining flour bit by bit and knead for 5-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.

5

Grease your hands with olive oil, form the dough into a round ball, and cover it airtight in a warm place to rise until double in size, which took 35-40 minutes with instant yeast.

6

Punch the air out of the risen dough and divide it into two parts. Tuck each part into a smooth ball.

7

Flour a 9-inch pizza pan and roll out one half of the dough. Store the other half in the refrigerator for later use.

8

Spread the dough with your fingers and knuckles, pressing a small border to keep the cheese inside. Poke a few holes in the dough to prevent over-rising.

9

Spread 3 tablespoons of pizza sauce over the dough and top with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

10

Drizzle the edges with extra virgin olive oil and bake at 230°C for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese starts browning.

11

Sprinkle with dried oregano and basil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

baking

Equipment Needed

oven9-inch pizza panspatulaspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pizza Margherita
Local Name: Pizza Margherita

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