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Cast Iron Skillet Pizza Recipe: Crispy Base, No Oven Needed

Byorevia
Prep15 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total30 min
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You do not need a pizza oven to get a pizza with a crisp base. A cast iron skillet gets very hot and holds that heat, so the bottom turns golden while the cheese melts on top.

In This Guide
  1. Did You Know?
  2. For the Dough
  3. For the Topping
  4. Method
  5. Common Mistakes to Avoid
  6. Storage and Reheating
  7. Quick Answers

Did You Know?

A preheated cast iron skillet holds a lot of heat. This is why it can give pizza a crisp, browned base even in a home oven, which cannot reach the temperatures of a professional pizza oven. Preheating the pan is the key step.

For the Dough

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (maida)
  • 1/2 tsp instant yeast, 1/2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, about 1/3 cup warm water
  1. Mix everything into a soft dough and knead for 5 minutes.
  2. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour.

For the Topping

  • 3 tbsp pizza sauce or a simple sauce of tomato puree with garlic, salt and oregano
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella
  • Sliced onion, capsicum, olives, sweet corn
  • Chilli flakes and oregano

Method

  1. Heat the skillet on medium for 5 minutes. Brush with a little oil.
  2. Roll or stretch the dough to fit the pan and press it in. Prick with a fork.
  3. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes with a lid on, until the base is set and golden underneath.
  4. Flip it. Spread the sauce, add cheese and toppings.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 minutes, until the cheese melts and the base is crisp.
  6. Slide onto a board, sprinkle with oregano and chilli flakes and cut into slices.

Tip: Keep the heat on medium to low after flipping so the base does not burn before the cheese melts.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Skipping the preheat. The base turns pale and soft.
  • Using too much sauce. It makes the base soggy.
  • Overloading with toppings. Keep it light so everything cooks through.

Storage and Reheating

Pizza is best fresh. Reheat a slice in a dry pan on low heat with a lid to bring back the crisp base.

Quick Answers

Do I need to season the skillet?

A well-seasoned skillet helps with release. Use a little oil in the pan.

Can I make the dough ahead?

Yes. Dough can rest in the fridge for a day or two for better flavour.

Written byorevia

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