Grilled pizza
Tips
Before cooking, make sure to preheat your grill or pizza stone, which will help you achieve an evenly cooked, crispy crust. So do not skip the recommended preheating of 10-15 minutes. If you do not have a stone, you can also use a cast iron skillet or a large, heavy-duty baking sheet – remember to also let either the pan or baking sheet preheat on the grill.
Tips
When rolling out the dough, aim for a thin and even layer to ensure that the crust cooks evenly on the grill and does not become overly doughy or undercooked in some areas. A thinner crust will also cook more quickly, which is crucial when grilling pizzas.
Tips
Keep a close eye on the pizza while it is grilling, as the high heat can cause it to cook faster than you might expect. Look for a crispy golden-brown crust and melted cheese to determine when it is done. Cooking times may vary depending on the grill's temperature and the thickness of the crust, but it generally takes around 6-10 minutes. To ensure even cooking, rotate the pizza 180 degrees halfway through the grilling process, preventing any hot spots on the grill from burning one side of it.
Questions about grilled pizza
Say goodbye to conventional oven-baked pizzas and embrace the delightful world of grilled pizza! Read below the secrets to grilling it to perfection with a crispy crust and mouth-watering toppings that will impress friends and family at your next summer BBQ.
Prepare the grill and let the pizza stone heat up. Meanwhile, roll out the dough and spread the tomato sauce on top, followed by thinly sliced courgettes tossed with oil and mozzarella. Finally, crumble the salad cheese on top and grill the pizza for a few minutes until the crust is crispy and golden. Serve the grilled pizza with rocket lettuce on top.
Begin by filling a chimney starter with briquettes and lighting it up. Once the briquettes are hot, distribute them evenly in a circular pattern around the edge of the grill. Next, place the pizza stone on the grate of the grill and cover the grill with its lid. Allow the grill to preheat for 10-15 minutes to ensure that the stone is well heated. With the stone prepared, you are ready to make grilled pizza!
The time it takes to make a grilled pizza may vary depending on the temperature of the grill and the thickness of the crust. Generally, it takes about 6-10 minutes to grill it. Keep an eye on it while it is cooking, and look for a crispy, golden crust and melted cheese on top. It is a good idea to always monitor it to prevent overcooking or burning.
Ingredients
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Square-shaped pizza dough (approx. 400 g)
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1 |
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Tomato sauce
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50 ml |
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Green courgettes
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100 g |
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Olive oil
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1 tbsp |
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Grated mozzarella cheese
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200 g |
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White cheese cubes
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100 g |
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Rocket lettuce
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50 g |
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