How to make pizza

🍕 Homemade Pizza Recipe

🧾 Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon yeast (active dry)
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Sauce:

• 1 cup tomato puree
• 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
• Salt to taste

For Toppings:

• 1–1.5 cups mozzarella cheese (grated)
• 1/2 cup capsicum (bell peppers, sliced)
• 1/2 cup onion (sliced)
• 1/2 cup tomatoes (sliced)
• Sweet corn or mushrooms (optional)
• Olives or paneer (optional)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix and knead into a soft dough.
3. Cover and let it rise for 1–2 hours until it doubles in size.

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2. Make the Sauce

1. Heat olive oil in a pan.
2. Add chopped garlic and sauté for a minute.
3. Add tomato puree, salt, oregano, and chili flakes.
4. Cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thick. Let it cool.

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3. Assemble the Pizza

1. Preheat oven to 220°C (or highest setting).
2. Roll out the dough into a round base.
3. Place it on a baking tray or pan.
4. Spread pizza sauce evenly.
5. Add a layer of cheese.
6. Add your favorite toppings.
7. Sprinkle more cheese on top.

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4. Bake

✨ Tips for Perfect Pizza

• Preheat the oven well for a crispy crust.
• Don’t overload toppings—it can make the pizza soggy.
• Use a hot pan or pizza stone if available.
• Brush the crust edges with olive oil or butter for extra flavour

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🍽️ Serve

Slice your hot pizza and enjoy with ketchup, chili flakes, or oregano seasoning.