Pizza is not just a comfort food for many; it is also a therapy, as the aroma of baking refreshes the senses and transports us to another world of satiation.
While we enjoy every bite of pizza at our favorite restaurant or cafe, when we try replicating it at home, it often turns out to be a disaster.
Sometimes the texture goes wrong and sometimes the chewiness of the base goes wrong, and that is when we start scrolling online to find out what went wrong.
And if you are reading this and also planning to bake a pizza today, note down these mistakes, avoid them, and be ready to enjoy a delicious pizza.
1. Overstretching the dough
The pizza-making videos often show the tossing and stretching of the dough. But let us tell you, it is just a social media gig. Overstretching the dough makes the pizza teary and spoils the texture of the final base. So, it is best to keep it under control.
2. Not allowing the dough to rest
As soon as you start kneading the dough, it is natural to start feeling hungry, and we are all in a rush to bake the base. But hold on; the rush will only spoil the dish. It is important to let the dough rest for at least 20–30 minutes. It helps the gluten relax and makes it easier to handle while stretching it.
3. Excessive toppings
It is good to play with toppings, but excessive toppings not only make the pizza look overcrowded but also spoil the dish and clash with the flavors.
4. Mishandling the oven
To bake the pizza right, it is important to preheat the oven to let the base bake and rise evenly. Directly transferring the pizza to the oven will only lead to disappointment.
5. Not allowing the base to cool
As soon as the base is ready, don’t rush to devour it. Let it cool down a bit; it will not only save you from burning your mouth but will also give time for the cheese and toppings to set fully. Once it cools down a bit, gently slice it and enjoy.
