[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Ingredients”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]250 gm Mastercook Maida[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]5 gm Salt[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]3 gm Yeast[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]150 ml Water[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]8 ml Olive Oil[/advlist]

[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Procedure”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Dissolve the yeast in the water and set aside for a few minutes.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]In a large mixing bowl, sift together the Mastercook Maida and salt.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Make a well in the center and add the yeast-water mixture slowly, gradually mixing in more flour.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Start kneading the dough till all the flour is hydrated and no dry flour remains.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Continue kneading for 3-4 minutes till it becomes slightly smooth.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, add the oil and knead it into the dough until the oil is just incorporated.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Shape into a round ball and place into a lightly greased bowl.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Cover and allow to ferment for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, lift the corners of the dough to the center, which is called a stretch and fold, this builds strength and allows you to stretch the dough afterwards.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Allow to rise for another hour. Once risen and almost doubled, cut the dough into 3 balls of approx. 140 grams each[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Shape into smooth, round balls and place on a plate or tray with a light dusting of semolina, spread apart with a three-finger gap.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Allow to ferment once again for about 1-1.5 hours and its ready to be shaped.[/advlist]

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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Tips for Cooking”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]If you live in a hot climate, you may benefit from using room temperature water instead of warm water to make the dough. This ensures that the fermentation is controlled.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]This is a time-consuming process and you can do this the previous night until the portioned dough ball step. This tray can then be covered tightly with plastic wrap and placed into the fridge to proof overnight. Be sure to remove it about 30 minutes to an hour before you make the pizza.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]140 gm dough balls make a pizza that is 9 inches in diameter, you can vary the weight to make a bigger or smaller pizza.[/advlist]

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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Ingredients”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]500 gm Tomato Puree[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]10 gm Finely chopped onion[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]10 gm finely chopped garlic[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]15 gm mixed herbs[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]5 ml Olive Oil[/advlist]

[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Procedure”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Heat a pot on medium flame. Add olive oil.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Once it is warm, add the onion and garlic, saute until they are soft and translucent, do not brown.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Add the herbs and saute for 15-20 seconds to release their aroma.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Add the tomato puree and a little water.[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Cook the sauce for about an hour, till it reduces and thickens nicely.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Season with salt, pepper and a little sugar.[/advlist]

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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Tips for Cooking”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]You can use storebought puree or make your own by boiling and peeling tomatoes and then blending it in a mixer.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]This sauce works great for pasta’s, as a sauce for pizza or a delicious spread for sandwiches.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]You can freeze this sauce for upto 6 months in a tightly sealed container.
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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Ingredients”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]2 pizza dough balls[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]100 gm Tomato Sauce
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]5 gm / 1.5 tsp Mastercook elaichi, powdered
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]160 gm Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Few Fresh Basil Leaves
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Olive oil
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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Procedure”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Preheat your oven as high as it will go, usually home ovens reach around 250-300C/ 500-600F. Place a baking tray inverted in the middle or a third from the top. Allow to preheat for about 30-40 minutes to get super hot.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Once your dough balls are proofed and ready, gently pick it up from your plate and place into a bowl with flour, coat both sides and place on your worksurface.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Gently press down in the center towards the sides, forming a thick crust on the outside.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]With your left hand on the dough, gently reach under the dough with your right and stretch the dough, rotating as you go to form a 8-9 inch circle.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Alternatively, you can use a rolling pin. Spread the sauce evenly all over the dough, leaving a border for the crust to rise.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Using a pot lid or an inverted plate, slide the pizza onto the hot baking tray and close the oven door. Allow it to cook for 3-4 minutes, till the crust is lightly golden
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Take the pizza out and add the cheese and basil leaves.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]Place it back in the oven till the cheese is melted and the crust is golden. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
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[headings alignment=”” heading_color=”#000000″ heading_font_family=”Poppins” heading_font_weight=”600″ heading_font_size_mobile=”32px” heading_bottom_margin=”20px” heading=”Tips for Cooking”][/headings][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]This is the closest way to replicate a fiery hot wood burning oven at home. It will not produce an exact copy but it is great to have at home.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]The pizza is cooked in two stages because home ovens cant reach the temperature of a wood burning oven and thus the cheese has a chance to dry out if put all together at the beginning.
[/advlist][advlist icon_type=”typicons” icon_color=”#000000″ icon_font_size=”20px” icon_position=”icon-top” content_color=”#333333″ content_font_family=”Poppins” content_font_weight=”500″ content_font_size=”18px” icon_typicons=”typcn typcn-arrow-right-thick”]If you do not have fresh mozzarella, feel free to use frozen mozzarella. The fresh mozzarella really gives it an authentic flavour and texture.
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