🍕 New York Style Pizza From Scratch (Homemade | Eggless | Indian Kitchen Friendly)

Ever wondered, “Can I make perfect New York style pizza at home from scratch?”
I had the same question — and this recipe answered it beautifully!

I had earlier made pizza using a readymade base, but when the baking challenge came up, I finally tried making homemade pizza dough from scratch. Managing home, kids, and daily cooking usually left little time for baking. Unlike regular cooking, baking needs precision — exact measurements, timing, and patience.

Still, I gave it a try, followed a simple method, and the result? A soft, chewy pizza base with a delicious homemade sauce — and lots of appreciation from family!  

I followed recipe suggested by Pam (http://livinranchodelux.blogspot.in/) 

🌿 Homemade Pizza Seasoning (Alternative to Domino’s sachets)

If you don’t have ready seasoning, use:

• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Pinch red chilli flakes
• Basil (fresh or dried)
• 1 tbsp salt
• ½ tsp crushed black pepper 

🛒 Ingredients

For Pizza Sauce

• 250 g tomatoes (pureed)
• 2 tsp pizza seasoning / oregano mix
• 4 tsp finely chopped onions
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

For Pizza Base (Dough)

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour (maida)
• 2 tsp active dry yeast
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp butter
• Water (for kneading)

Toppings

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
• ½ cup capsicum (bell peppers), sautéed
• (Optional: onion, corn, olives, paneer, mushrooms)

👩‍🍳 Method

Step 1: Prepare Pizza Dough

1. Mix flour and salt in a bowl.
2. Activate yeast in warm water until foamy.
3. Rub butter into flour.
4. Add yeast mixture and knead into a soft dough.
5. Cover and let it rest (or refrigerate for 24–72 hours for better flavor).
6. Divide into equal balls.

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Step 2: Make Pizza Sauce

1. Melt butter in a pan.
2. Add onions and sauté until golden.
3. Add tomato puree and seasoning.
4. Cook until thick (reduces to half).

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Step 3: Assemble Pizza

1. Roll out dough into a base.
2. Spread prepared sauce evenly.
3. Add sautéed capsicum and other toppings.
4. Top generously with mozzarella cheese.

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Step 4: Bake

• Bake at 170°C for 20 minutes
• Until cheese melts and base is cooked (not over-browned) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

✅ Tips for Perfect Homemade Pizza

• Resting dough longer = better flavor
• Don’t overload toppings
• Preheat oven properly
• Use fresh mozzarella for best results

Making New York style pizza at home may seem challenging, but once you try it, it becomes a rewarding experience. Fresh dough, homemade sauce, and your favorite toppings — nothing beats it!