5 common mistakes everyone makes when preparing pizza
What mistakes to avoid when preparing pizza (photo: Freepik)
Pizza is one of the most beloved dishes for everyone, often prepared at home for the whole family. However, there are common mistakes people make at all stages of preparation, according to Mashed.
Add dried herbs to the dough
This should be done during the process of kneading the dough. You can add herbs such as dried oregano, basil, and chives, as well as a bit of garlic and onion powder.
Mix the dough correctly and stretch it
It's important to remember that if the dough is not kneaded enough, gluten won't develop properly. So, kneading and stretching the dough should be done carefully and thoroughly.
Rushing the stretching process can lead to tearing and uneven thickness. Experts recommend kneading the dough slowly, as this allows the yeast to work effectively.
Once the dough is ready, let it rest in a warm place, as failing to do so can result in the dough drying out and not rising properly in the oven.
Do not use a rolling pin to roll out the dough
When you roll out the dough, air bubbles are formed, which contribute to the creation of a light and airy crust.
Therefore, it's better to shape the pizza base with your fingertips and palms, gently stretching it to the desired thickness.
However, if you find it difficult to do so, you should allow the dough to rest for a few minutes and then continue stretching it.
Do not add too much topping
Adding too much topping can increase the risk of the pizza not cooking properly.
It's important to remember the balance of flavors: dried meat pairs well with arugula and red pepper. It's generally not advisable to use more than three types of toppings, excluding herbs, of course.
Do not remove the pizza from the oven prematurely
If you take the pizza out of the oven too early, it will be undercooked. To have a perfectly cooked pizza, leave it in the oven for 5 minutes after cooking.
