How to make NEAPOLITAN PIZZA DOUGH with the oldest Pizza Chef’s RECIPE

🍕 Welcome to this masterclass on how to make authentic Neapolitan pizza! 🍕
In this video, we travel back in time to uncover the secrets of traditional pizza-making, following the guidelines from the official Neapolitan pizza “disciplinare.” Whether you’re a seasoned pizza lover or just starting out, this step-by-step guide will help you create a true Neapolitan pizza at home. Get ready to experience the unique flavour and rich history of Naples in your own kitchen!

🥣 Ingredients for 6 Dough Balls (about 250g each):
– 930g medium-low strength flour (Caputo Nuvola, Caputo Cuoco, Polselli Classica “pizzeria”)
(Approximately 32.8 oz or 4 cups + 2 tbsp)
– 550g room temperature water
(Approximately 19.4 oz or 2 1/3 cups)
– 22g salt
(Approximately 0.78 oz or 1 tbsp + 1 tsp)
– 1g fresh yeast or 0.3g dry yeast
(Fresh yeast: Approximately 0.04 oz or a small pinch)
(Dry yeast: Approximately 0.01 oz or a small pinch)

🍅 Toppings for each pizza:
– 60-70g peeled tomatoes, crushed (about 4-5 tbsp)
(Approximately 2.1-2.5 oz)
– 10-15g grated hard cheese (pecorino or parmesan)
(Approximately 0.35-0.53 oz or 2-3 tsp)
– 80-100g mozzarella or fior di latte, cut into strips
(Approximately 2.8-3.5 oz or 5-6 tbsp)
– 5g olive oil
(Approximately 0.18 oz or 1 tsp)

📋 Instructions:
Preparing the Dough: We start by mixing the ingredients as per the disciplinare, ensuring a low hydration dough with about 59% water.
Kneading: Using a planetary mixer, we knead the dough for about 20 minutes, achieving the perfect consistency.
Resting and Shaping: After letting the dough rest for 2 hours, we shape it into 6 dough balls.
Toppings and Baking: We carefully stretch the dough, add the toppings, and bake the pizza in a high-performance electric oven.

🌡️ Oven Temperatures – wood-fired, gas or high-performance electric ovens:
For the upper part of the oven: 485°C (905°F)
For the lower part of the oven: 430°C (806°F)
If only one temperature setting is available: 450°C (842°F)
🇮🇹 Join me in this journey to make a pizza that not only tastes amazing but also carries the rich tradition and heritage of Naples. The Verace Pizza Napoletana is the only pizza that can truly be called the real Neapolitan pizza, made with the utmost authenticity.

If you have any questions about the ingredients or the process, feel free to comment below. Let’s keep the Italian tradition alive together! Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more authentic recipes and cooking tips! 🍕

Buon appetito! 🍽️