Here’s a simple way to prepare pizza at home 🍕:

Ingredients

For the dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (maida)

  • 1 tsp instant yeast (or dry active yeast)

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or any cooking oil)

  • ¾ cup warm water (adjust as needed)

For the topping:

  • ½ cup pizza sauce (or tomato ketchup with oregano & chili flakes)

  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)

  • Vegetables of your choice: capsicum, onion, tomato, mushroom, sweet corn, olives

  • Optional: cooked chicken, paneer, sausage, etc.

  • Oregano & chili flakes for seasoning

Steps

1. Prepare the Dough

  1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5–10 mins (until foamy).

  2. Add flour, salt, and oil. Mix well.

  3. Knead for 7–8 mins until soft and elastic.

  4. Cover and let it rise for 1–2 hours (until doubled in size).

2. Shape the Base

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (or 400°F).

  2. Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a round shape.

  3. Place it on a greased baking tray. Use a fork to prick small holes (to avoid puffing).

3. Add Sauce & Toppings

  1. Spread pizza sauce over the base.

  2. Add a layer of cheese.

  3. Arrange vegetables/meat toppings.

  4. Sprinkle more cheese on top.

4. Bake

  • Bake for 12–15 mins (until cheese melts and crust turns golden).

5. Serve

  • Sprinkle oregano & chili flakes.

  • Slice and enjoy hot!

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