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murgera, pizza Murgera Pizza Recipe: Smoky, Fresh, and Delicious!

Murgera

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Oven
  • Pizza Cutter

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting
  • 1 cup warm water 110°F or 43°C
  • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • For the Toppings
  • ½ cup pizza sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes pomodorini, halved
  • 1 cup smoked scamorza cheese shredded or thinly sliced
  • 1 cup fresh arugula rucola, loosely packed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Step 1: Prepare the Dough
  • Activate the Yeast: Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  • Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Slowly add the yeast mixture and olive oil, stirring until a dough forms.
  • Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 7-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour.
  • Let it Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
  • Step 2: Prepare Toppings and Preheat Oven
  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C), with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
  • Prepare the Toppings: Halve the cherry tomatoes and shred the mozzarella and smoked scamorza.
  • Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
  • Shape the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air bubbles. Place it on a floured surface and roll it into a 12-inch circle.
  • Transfer to Baking Surface: Carefully place the dough onto a piece of parchment paper or directly onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
  • Step 4: Assemble the Pizza
  • Spread the Sauce: Use a spoon to spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  • Add Mozzarella and Toppings: Sprinkle mozzarella over the sauce, followed by cherry tomatoes and smoked scamorza. Leave the arugula aside, as it will be added after baking.
  • Step 5: Bake the Pizza
  • Bake: Carefully slide the pizza into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Top with Arugula and Olive Oil: Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately top with fresh arugula. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the arugula for extra flavor.
  • Slice and Serve: Let the pizza cool slightly, then slice and serve!
  • Variations and Tips
  • For Extra Crisp: Preheat your pizza stone for 30 minutes before baking to achieve a crispier crust.
  • Whole Wheat Option: Replace half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a heartier base.
  • Vegetable Toppings: Add sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms for more flavors.