Reteta Pizza cu Ton: A Detailed Guide to Making a Delicious Seafood Pizza
Are you a fan of seafood and pizza? If so, you’re in for a treat! A pizza with tuna, or “reteta pizza cu ton” in Romanian, is a delightful fusion of flavors that will leave you craving more. In this article, I’ll take you through the process of making a mouthwatering seafood pizza from scratch. Let’s dive in!
Ingredients
Before we get started, here’s what you’ll need to gather:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Flour | 3 cups |
| Water | 1 cup |
| Yeast | 1 packet (7g) |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Tomato sauce | 1 cup |
| Shredded mozzarella cheese | 2 cups |
| Chopped tuna | 1 can |
| Red onion | 1/2 |
| Red bell pepper | 1 |
| Black olives | 1/4 cup |
| Basil leaves | 1/4 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Red chili flakes | 1/2 teaspoon |
Preparation
Now that you have all the ingredients, let’s begin with the preparation:
1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, and olive oil. Gradually add the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
4. While the dough is rising, preheat your oven to 475掳F (245掳C) and prepare the toppings.
Assembling the Pizza
Once the dough has doubled in size, it’s time to assemble the pizza:
1. Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle.
2. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
4. Add the chopped tuna, red onion, red bell pepper, black olives, and basil leaves on top of the cheese.
5. Sprinkle garlic powder and red chili flakes over the toppings for extra flavor.
Baking the Pizza
Now that your pizza is ready, it’s time to bake it:
1. Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
3. Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
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