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Neapolitan Pizza Dough Recipe

Gino Sorbillo is from the place where pizza originated, Naples, Italy. His family has been making pizza for over a century. It’s no wonder that Gino has grown up with a passion for pizza.

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Gino’s pizzerias can be found worldwide. If you’re lucky enough to be near one of his restaurants, you should definitely try his pizza.

Gino is considered a master of his craft and a true ambassador of Neapolitan pizza.

If you can’t try his pizza, I encourage you to try Gino Sorbillo’s Neapolitan pizza dough recipe and experience the authentic taste of Naples in your kitchen. You’ll learn the secrets of making the perfect Neapolitan pizza dough with Gino’s recipe.

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Neapolitan Pizza Dough Recipe by Gino Sorbillo

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 27 mins Cook Time 2 mins Rest Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 29 mins
Servings: 8
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

Gino Sorbillo's Neapolitan pizza dough recipe is a time-tested recipe that requires only a few simple ingredients to create the perfect base for a classic Neapolitan pizza.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Mix the flour and salt in a big bowl or kneading trough.

  2. Dissolve the yeast in the water and pour it into the flour mixture.

  3. Knead the dough until it is slightly sticky on the hands and sides of the kneading trough.

  4. Let the dough rest for 1 hour in the kneading trough with a wooden lid.

  5. After 1 hour, cut the dough into portions of 280 grams for traditional Neapolitan pizza or 150 grams for fried Neapolitan pizza.

  6. Roll out the portions of dough into 10 cm wide rounds.

  7. Next, spread tomato sauce, cheese, a drizzle of olive oil, and fresh basil on top of the dough rounds.

  8. Bake the pizza in a wood-fired oven at 806-896°F (430-480°C) for 90 seconds.

  9. Serve hot and enjoy Gino Sorbillo's authentic Neapolitan pizza.

Note

The key to making a great Neapolitan pizza is to use high-quality organic ingredients and a wood-fired oven.

Tip:
If you experience any issues with the pizza dough, such as it being too dry, too sticky, or not rising properly, check out the article "Common Pizza Dough Problems and How to Fix Them" for help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What type of flour is best for pizza dough?

‘00’ flour is a specialty pizza flour, although most people just use all-purpose flour or bread flour for pizza dough.

How long does pizza dough need to rise?

Depending on the recipe, pizza dough could take anywhere from 1-2 hours or 24 hours to rise until doubled in size.  The amount of yeast is adjusted depending on the length of time needed for dough to rise (or proof).

Can I add seasonings to the dough?

Yes, you can add seasonings such as garlic, herbs, or spices to the dough for extra flavor.  Our favorite is Olde Thompson Jalapeno Salt.

What is the ideal temperature to bake pizza dough?

According to official Neapolitan pizza standards, the temperature to bake pizza dough is 806-896°F (430-480°C). Popular ranges are from 750-950°F (400-510°C).

When baking in a standard kitchen oven, pizza should be cooked between 425-450°F (220-230°C).