- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 450 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious homemade Calabrian pizza, quick and tasty. A good option for those who want a quick and healthy meal.”
What you need to know
- Easy to prepare and quick, ideal for those seeking speed in the kitchen.
- Lemon juice can be added to the dough to give an extra flavor.
- Traditional flavor of pepperoni and mozzarella, without the addition of excessive fats.
Ingredients
Main
- Dough: 500g all-purpose flour, 10g fresh yeast, 300ml warm water, 10g salt, 10g sugar, 30ml olive oil.
- Filling: 200g of sliced calabresa, 200g of shredded mozzarella, 1 medium sliced onion, 1 sliced tomato, oregano to taste.
Instructions
Principal
- Em uma tigela, misture a farinha, o sal e o açúcar.
- In another bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Add the water and yeast mixture to the flour, with the olive oil, and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rest covered with a cloth for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 220°C.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface with a rolling pin until reaching the desired thickness.
- Place the dough on the baking sheet and distribute the calabresa sausage, onion, tomato, and mozzarella on top.
- Sprinkle oregano to taste over the pizza.
- Take to the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese melts and the dough browns.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve.
Chef's tips
- Use whole wheat flour to add more fiber.
- Adding fresh oregano can give a more intense flavor.
- For a crispier pizza, leave it on the baking sheet a little longer.
Variations
- For a healthier version, replace mozzarella with grated gorgonzola cheese.
- For a vegetarian pizza, substitute the calabresa sausage with mushrooms, for example.
- For a pizza with more texture, add a little garlic bread and scallions.
Substitutions
- To add more color, use a pinch of red pepper.
- Replacing mozzarella with mozzarella cheese can be a good option.
- Replacing the calabresa sausage with ground meat can be an option.
How to store
Store in an airtight box and consume within 3 days. The pizza keeps better when served still hot.
Can it be frozen?
- It is not recommended to freeze, as the pizza loses its texture when frozen.
- If you wish to freeze, you can make the dough and the already-prepared dough, but not add all the ingredients.
What to serve with
- Sautéed vegetables can be a great option to accompany.
- Lemon soda can be a great option to refresh.
- A glass of white wine can be an option to accompany.
Frequently asked questions
Is frozen pizza good?
It is not recommended to freeze, as the texture of the pizza suffers from freezing.
How do I know when the dough is ready?
The dough is ready when it starts to rise and the dough becomes smooth and homogeneous.
What is the best dough to use?
Whole wheat pasta is a good option to add more fiber to the dish.
How to add more flavor to the pizza?
Add a little lemon juice to the dough or use whole wheat flour.
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