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Authentic Roman Pizza Recipe

The Real 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 delight, thin and flavorful. Ready to get your hands dirty? Here is a simple recipe for making a delicious Roman pizza.

Ingredients:

  • 500 g of type 00 flour
  • 300 ml of lukewarm water
  • 10 g of fresh yeast
  • 10 g of salt
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • Toppings of your choice (tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, olives, etc.)
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Preparation Steps:

  1. Dough Preparation: Pour the yeast into the lukewarm 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.
  2. Let Rise: Cover the bowl with a clean tea towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 2 hours, until it doubles in size.
  3. Shaping: Punch down the dough on a floured work surface and divide it into balls. Roll out each ball into a thin disc.
  4. Topping: Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce, then add the mozzarella and toppings of your choice.
  5. Baking: Preheat your oven to the highest setting (250°C or higher) with a pizza stone if possible. Bake the pizza for 7-10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
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Tutorial: What is punching down dough?

"Punching down dough" means removing the excess gas that has accumulated in a leavened dough (like bread dough or brioche dough) during fermentation. This process helps to give the dough a uniform texture and eliminate large air pockets before shaping it. Here's how to do it:

  1. Lightly flour your hands and work surface to prevent the dough from sticking.
  2. Turn the dough over onto the work surface gently so as not to handle it too much.
  3. Press down on the dough with your hands or fists, pressing firmly but without crushing it. The goal is to release the gas without destroying the structure of the dough.
  4. Fold the dough over on itself, bringing it back to the center to give it back its strength.
  5. Let the dough rest or start shaping it according to your recipe.

Punching down dough is important for giving a better crumb and a more regular shape to 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 with arugula and parmesan cheese. For seafood lovers, toppings like squid or shrimp add a marine touch. Vegetarian options, with grilled vegetables and goat cheese, offer a fresh and flavorful option. Each version of Roman pizza is a tribute to Italian culinary authenticity.

And there you have it, your homemade Roman pizza is ready! Perfect for a family dinner or with friends, this pizza will take you straight to the lively streets of Rome. Feel free to share your creations and your topping variations in the comments!


Now that you've 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 ancient times, when peoples of the Middle East prepared flatbreads with toppings. In the 18th century, in Naples, bakers sold "pizza" to the 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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