Description
Sourdough Pizza is the ultimate pizza experience, merging the classic flavors of Italian cuisine with the unique tanginess of naturally fermented sourdough. This delightful dish features a chewy yet crispy crust that elevates every bite, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The fermentation process not only enhances flavor but also promotes better digestion. With endless topping possibilities?from fresh vegetables to savory meats?you can easily customize your pie to suit any palate. Follow this simple recipe to create artisan-quality sourdough pizza right in your kitchen, and relish the satisfaction of crafting something truly special from scratch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup active sourdough starter
- 2 ? cups all-purpose flour (or bread flour for extra chew)
- 1 cup filtered water
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- Tomato sauce (to taste)
- Fresh mozzarella cheese (to taste)
- Toppings of choice (vegetables, meats, herbs)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the active sourdough starter with water until combined. Gradually add flour and salt; knead until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for about four hours or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to its highest setting (around 500?F/260?C), placing a pizza stone inside if available.
- Turn the risen dough onto a floured surface. Divide into two portions if making two pizzas, then gently stretch each portion into your desired shape.
- Spread tomato sauce over each base and sprinkle generously with cheese and any additional toppings.
- Transfer to the hot stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For extra flavor, try incorporating herbs into your dough or using gourmet cheeses as toppings.
If you prefer a thicker crust, allow the dough to rise longer before shaping it out.
Experiment with seasonal vegetables and unique sauces for diverse flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg