Skillet Neapolitan Margherita Pizza (Printable Recipe)
Authentic thin-crust pizza with fresh mozzarella and basil, made quickly in a cast-iron skillet for perfect crispiness.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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250 grams pizza dough
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1/4 cup pizza sauce
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1/4 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
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4-5 fresh basil leaves
# Steps to Follow:
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Turn the oven broiler to high. Heat a cast-iron skillet on the stove, over medium-high heat.
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Transfer pizza dough onto a floured surface. Gently press the pizza dough with your fingers into an 8-inch circle. Sprinkle some flour if needed to prevent stickiness.
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Once the skillet is hot, place the flattened dough onto the skillet. Stretch out the dough a bit more to let it spread over the entire skillet. Quickly add the pizza sauce and spread evenly over the pizza crust. Place sliced fresh mozzarella cheese and basil leaves evenly on top.
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Leave the pizza to cook on the skillet for 5 minutes or until the bottom of the crust starts to brown.
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Transfer the cast-iron skillet to the preheated broiler and cook for 3 minutes or until the crust is blistered and slightly charred. Keep your eye closely on the broil, because the intense heat can make the pizza crust burn quickly.
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Remove the skillet and transfer the pizza onto a parchment-lined cutting board. Slice pizza into 4-6 pieces with a knife or pizza cutter and serve.
# Extra Tips:
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Use a cast-iron skillet for an easy transfer from stovetop to oven. If unavailable, use a regular skillet and carefully transfer the pizza to a parchment-lined baking sheet to broil.
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Make your own pizza dough for better taste. Sourdough or homemade pizza dough yields an airy and chewy crust.
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Prep your pizza sauce and toppings before beginning to ensure a smooth process.