The origin of the pizza is, without a doubt, Italian; However, over the years and precisely because of the high Italian migration to the United States, it has also become one one of the best known typical dishes of American gastronomy. Indeed, Chicago-style pizza, and generally everywhere in the United States, is very different from the Italian original. Indeed, in this case it could be said that it is a hybrid between pizza and lasagna.
The best? Pizza besides being one of the richest preparations you can find, in one of the fast food options that provide more nutrients to our body. Like everything, excess is not recommended, but in the right proportions, a pizza provides important nutrients, as well as having complex carbohydrates that help increase energy levels. On the other hand, additional ingredients such as cheese, tomato, pepper, among others, also contribute to improving our health.
Ingredients:
How to make Chicago-style pizza:
- In a large bowl mix the following ingredients: warm water, yeast, salt and a pinch of sugar. Mix very well until everything is integrated and Leave to rest for 10 minutes until a little foam is formed.
- in another bowl, add the oil, salt and semolina. Mix very well with clean, dry hands. After that, add the previous yeast mixture and mix again until a uniform dough is obtained.
- Gradually add the flour and knead. The goal is to achieve a completely compact mass.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and leave to rest for 30 minutes.
- After the above time, the mass will have doubled its volume. On a floured surface, knead again and proceed to roll out the dough to the desired thickness, always remembering that the Chicago style is thicker.
- Oil a pizza pan and proceed to pass the rolled out dough at the same.
- Add the other ingredients to the dough.such as tomato sauce, pepperoni, bacon, chopped sausage, and cheese.
- take to the ovenpreviously preheated to 175 degrees, for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
This recipe is very easy to make and in just a few minutes you can enjoy the most delicious homemade Chicago style pizza, but without leaving your home. Do you dare to prepare it? If you found this recipe interesting, be sure to share it with your friends and contacts.
