Semolina Dough
- TM31
- TM5
- TM6
- Difficulty Easy
- Active time 20 minutes
- Total time 2 hours 30 minutes
- 20g extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to grease
- 320g warm water
- 1 tsp white sugar
- 1 tsp dried instant yeast
- 350g ‘00’ flour
- 150g fine semolina, plus extra to dust
- 1 tsp sea salt
Preparation
DOUGH - THERMOMIX METHOD
1. Lightly grease a large bowl or airtight container and set aside.
2. Place all dough ingredients into mixing bowl, then knead Dough /2 min. Shape dough into a ball, place in prepared bowl and turn to lightly coat in oil. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and leave dough to prove in a warm place until doubled in size (approx. 1 hour). Alternatively, place unproved dough ball into prepared airtight container and place in the fridge overnight.
DOUGH - CONVENTIONAL METHOD
1. Lightly grease a large bowl or airtight container and set aside. Combine warm water, sugar and yeast in a small bowl for 5 minutes or until foamy. Set aside.
2. Combine flour, semolina and salt in a large bowl, then make a well in the centre. Add the reserved yeast mixture and oil. Use a dough scraper or round bladed knife in a cutting motion to mix until mixture is combined and dough comes together.
3. Place dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Shape dough into a ball, place in prepared bowl and turn to lightly coat in oil. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and leave dough to prove in a warm place until doubled in size (approx. 1 hour). Alternatively, place unproved dough ball into prepared airtight container and place in the fridge overnight.
ASSEMBLE AND COOK
1. Preheat pizza oven to 350°C.
2. If your dough has been refrigerated, remove from the fridge and set aside to return to room temperature. Generously dust work surface with semolina and divide dough into 3 balls. Working one piece of dough at a time, press it out with your fingertips from the centre to the edges and gently stretch it into shape. Alternatively, you can roll it out with a rolling pin to approx. 25 cm diameter.
3. Add your favourite toppings and enjoy!