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Sourdough Pizza

Cultural Context

Originating from Naples, Italy, sourdough pizza combines the rich tradition of pizza making with the tangy flavor of sourdough. This method enhances the crust's flavor and texture, creating a delightful chewiness. Today, sourdough pizza has gained popularity worldwide, with many home bakers embracing the art of sourdough fermentation to craft their unique pizzas.

ItalianITmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup sourdough starter
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon yeast
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon black pepper
toppings of choice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Part-skim mozzarella has fewer calories while still melting well.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option that adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Feed the sourdough starter 4-6 hours before use to ensure it's active.

2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sourdough starter, water, and olive oil.

3

Stir in the all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar until a shaggy dough forms.

4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

5

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours or until doubled in size.

6

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if using.

7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal portions for individual pizzas.

8

Shape each portion into a ball and let them rest for 30 minutes under a cloth.

9

Roll out each dough ball on a floured surface to your desired thickness.

10

Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

11

Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

12

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce and add any additional toppings.

13

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.

14

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlpizza stonepizza peelrolling pinbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sourdough Pizza DoughArtisan Sourdough Pizza
Local Name: Pizza al Lievito Madre

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