While visiting Turkey not so long ago, I tried boat-shaped pizza. At first, I thought it was unusual, but later I discovered the Greeks have their own version. The Turkish pizza is made with ground beef, while the Greek pizza is made with kasseri cheese, a classic Greek cheese. There is also a difference in dough thickness between Turkish and Greek pizza. While Italian pizza has a thin crust, Turkish and Greek pizza have a fluffier and thicker one.
Calzone pizza may seem like boat-shaped pizza, but guess again – this boat-shaped pizza is inspired by Turkish and Greek versions, has nothing to do with Italian pizza in terms of crust, and is perfect for pizza lovers who prefer crust with a lot of filling.
What Is So Special About This Pizza?
This pizza is a must-try. I know not many people like thick crust pizzas, but this one is pillowy and so addictive. Thick crusts are my favorite because they contain a bit of yeast to make the dough airy, and when that flavor combines with the toppings, it makes for an amazing combination. It has a rustic feel in terms of appearance and flavor, and if you’re looking for something new, then try this pizza.
How To Make Boat-Shaped Pizza
The dough or pizza base is made from flour, salt, yeast, sugar, and water. Whisk together flour and salt. Mix the yeast together with sugar and lukewarm water in a separate bowl. Once the yeast has risen and is bubbling, incorporate the yeast with the rest of the water into the flour mixture.
Punch down the dough after it has doubled in size and divide it into portions after it has been kneaded until smooth. It’s time to turn the path around, when making Italian pizza we usually roll it out into a circle. I divided my dough into two portions, but you can divide it into four.
To make a boat-shaped pizza, shape the dough into an ellipse and pinch the ends together. The pinch length should be at least 2 inches to prevent the ends of the pizza from opening. The tomato paste can also be spread and the topping added before shaping the ends, but this will make your pizza messy.
The tomato sauce made pinching the edges difficult because one came with smeared edges and one came with a bit smeared edges. Bake your pizza with desired toppings.
Which Toppings To Use
Two pizzas were made:
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Parmesan, mushrooms, and tomato sauce
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On top, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, fresh cherry tomatoes, and an egg
In addition to these, you can add anything you like!
How To Elevate Your Boat-Shaped Pizza
It’s a perfect pizza, but if you want to elevate it, I have a good trick. I like pizza with stuffed crusts, and you can try this here also. You will have enough dough to pull it a bit more without ruining the shape. When you stretch your pizza, sprinkle some cheese around the edges and fold the dough over the pizza. Do not add cheese to your pinching points. With this simple trick, you can make cheesy crust and enjoy your pizza every bite.
Boat Shaped Pizza Recipe
Time required for preparation: 1 hour
15 minutes for cooking
Pizzas to serve: 2
Ingredients:
For the dough:
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Flour 12 ounces
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Water, 6 ounces
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Active yeast, 2 tablespoons
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Sugar, 1 teaspoon
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Salt to taste
Toppings:
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Shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup
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Parmesan cheese, 12 cups
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Pepperoni, 4 oz
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Half four cherry tomatoes
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Sliced mushrooms, 1 cup
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A single egg
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Tomato sauce or pizza sauce, 34 cups
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Herbs from Italy, as desired
Instructions:
Make the dough by combining yeast, sugar, and 14 cups of water in a small bowl. Let the yeast rest for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add yeast and remaining water.
Stir the mixture until it forms a dough.
Let the dough rise for one hour after kneading it until smooth.
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 375°F.
Roll the dough into an ellipse, about 14 inches thick, and divide it in two.
Make a boat shape by pinching the ends and folding the sides.
Top both pizzas with desired toppings after spreading the pizza sauce over the crust.
The pizza should be baked in the oven for 20 minutes after it is heated.
Warm the dish before serving.
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Boat Shaped Pizza
2 pizzas are yielded
Preparation time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Time: 1 HOUR 15 MINUTES
Pizza night or any time you have a craving for pizza is the perfect time to make this recipe!
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Ingredients
For the dough:
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Flour 12 ounces
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Water, 6 ounces
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Active yeast, 2 tablespoons
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Sugar, 1 teaspoon
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Salt to taste
Toppings:
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Shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 cup
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Parmesan cheese, 12 cups
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Pepperoni, 4 oz
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Half four cherry tomatoes
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Sliced mushrooms, 1 cup
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A single egg
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Tomato sauce or pizza sauce, 34 cups
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Herbs from Italy, as desired
Instructions
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In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and 14 cups of water. Set aside for 5 minutes.
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Using a large mixing bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add yeast and remaining water.
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Combine the ingredients and stir until the dough comes together.
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After kneading the dough, let it rise for one hour.
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Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Roll out the dough into an ellipse, about 14 inches thick, in two equal parts.
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Make a boat shape by pinching the ends and folding the sides.
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Top both pizzas with desired toppings after spreading the sauce over the crust.
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For 20 minutes, bake the pizza in a heated oven.
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Warm the dish before serving.