Authentic Roman Pizza Recipe
The True Italian Roman Pizza – A Classic to Rediscover!
Today, we take you on a culinary adventure to the heart of Rome to discover a must-try: PIZZA. Far from commercial versions, real Roman pizza is a crispy, thin and delicious treat. Ready to get your hands dirty? Here's a simple recipe to prepare a succulent Roman pizza.
Ingredients:
- 500 g type 00 flour
- 300 ml warm water
- 10 g fresh yeast
- 10 g salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Toppings of your choice (tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, olives, etc.)
Preparation Steps:
- Dough Preparation: Pour the yeast into the warm water. In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Gradually add the water with the yeast and olive oil. Knead until you obtain a smooth and elastic dough.
- Let Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 2 hours, until it doubles in volume.
- Shaping: Degass the dough on a floured work surface and divide it into balls. Roll each ball into a thin disc.
- Garnish: Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce, then add the mozzarella and toppings of your choice.
- Cooking: Preheat your oven to maximum (250°C or more) with a pizza stone if possible. Bake the pizza for 7-10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Tutorial: How to degass the dough, what is it?
"Degassing the dough" means removing the excess gas that has accumulated in a leavened dough (like bread dough or brioche dough) during fermentation. This process helps give the dough a uniform texture and eliminates large air pockets before shaping it. Here's how to do it:
- Lightly flour your hands and your work surface to prevent the dough from sticking.
- Turn the dough over onto the work surface gently so as not to handle it too much.
- Press on the dough with your hands or fists, pressing firmly but without crushing it too much. The goal is to release the gas without destroying the structure of the dough.
- Fold the dough over itself, bringing it back towards the center to restore its strength.
- Let the dough rest or start shaping it according to your recipe.
Degassing the dough is important for a better crumb and a more regular shape for your breads or brioches.
Possible Variations:
Roman pizza, known for its thin and crispy crust, comes in various delicious variations. Pizza bianca, without tomato sauce, combines mozzarella, ricotta and olive oil for a sweet and rich flavor. Versions with prosciutto or pancetta offer a gourmet experience, often complemented by rocket and parmesan. For seafood lovers, toppings like squid or shrimp bring a marine touch. Vegetarian versions, with grilled vegetables and goat cheese, offer a fresh and tasty option. Each version of Roman pizza is a tribute to authentic Italian cuisine.
And there you have it, your homemade Roman-style pizza is ready! Perfect for a family dinner or with friends, this pizza will transport you directly to the lively streets of Rome. Feel free to share your creations and your topping variations in the comments!
Now that you have tasted the magic of Italian cuisine through this recipe, why not explore even more by discovering the culinary wonders of Rome?
What is the history of Pizza?
The history of pizza dates back to antiquity, where peoples of the Middle East prepared flatbreads with toppings. In the 18th century, in Naples, bakers sold "pizza" to Neapolitans, flatbreads topped with tomato, cheese and olive oil. Pizza became popular in the 1880s, when Queen Margherita of Italy ordered a pizza with the colors of the Italian flag: red (tomato), white (mozzarella) and green (basil). Pizza then spread throughout the world, becoming an iconic dish of Italian cuisine.
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