How to Make Wood-Fired Pizza: Mastering the Basics and Beyond

Enter the fantastic world of wood-fired pizza making, presented by Piccolino. Experience the authentic flavours and techniques that make our cuisine outstanding as we teach you how to make the perfect wood-fired pizza at home.

At Piccolino Woodfired Pizza & Homemade Pasta, Italian Restaurant, our quality standards start from the base of our pizzas—the dough. Made with care and accuracy, our wood-fired pizza dough rests for an impressive 72 hours, giving it an unmatched taste and texture.

Come with us on this culinary journey at the Best Restaurant Fitzroy North, where we reveal the secrets of our famous wood-fired pizza and the magic of the long fermentation process that creates a crunchy, tasty, and irresistible crust.

How to make wood-fired pizza

Get ready to transform your kitchen into a pizza Fitzroy pizzeria with Piccolino's expertise at your fingertips.

Margherita Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-fired pizza Margherita is a classic Italian dish with a thin crust, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy ready-made)
• Tomato sauce (preferably Napoli, which is a simple sauce made with tomatoes, garlic, salt, and olive oil)
• Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to about 500°F (260°C). You can use a regular oven with a pizza stone or a baking sheet if you don't have a wood-fired range.
2. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a thin circle about 12 inches (30 cm). You can use your hands or a rolling pin to do this. If the dough is sticky, dust it with some flour.
3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge. You can use a spoon or a ladle to do this. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the sauce.
4. Arrange the mozzarella slices evenly over the sauce. You can use as much or as little cheese as you like.
5. Drizzle some olive oil over the cheese and the crust. This will help the pizza brown and crisp up in the oven.
6. Carefully slide the pizza onto the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. You can use a pizza peel or a large spatula to do this.
7. Bake the pizza for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden and crisp. You can rotate the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. You can use whole leaves or tear them into smaller pieces. You can also add some more olive oil if you like.
9. Cut the pizza into slices and enjoy!

French Fries Baby Wood-Fired Pizza

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy ready-made)
• Napoli sauce (a simple tomato sauce with garlic, salt, and olive oil)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Seasoned french fries (you can make your own or buy frozen ones)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to about 500°F (260°C). You can use a regular oven with a pizza stone or a baking sheet if you don't have a wood-fired range.
2. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a thin circle, about 12 inches (30 cm). You can use your hands or a rolling pin to do this. If the dough is sticky, dust it with some flour.
3. Spread a thin layer of Napoli sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge. You can use a spoon or a ladle to do this. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the sauce.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. You can use as much or as little cheese as you like.
5. Drizzle some olive oil over the cheese and the crust. This will help the pizza brown and crisp up in the oven.
6. Carefully slide the pizza onto the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. You can use a pizza peel or a large spatula to do this.
7. Bake the pizza for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden and crisp. You can rotate the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
8. While the pizza is baking, cook the seasoned french fries according to the package directions. You can use an air fryer, a deep fryer, or an oven to do this.
9. When the pizza is done, take it out of the range and let it cool slightly. Then, top it with the seasoned french fries. You can use as many or as few fries as you like.
10. Cut the pizza into slices and enjoy!

Potato Head Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-fired pizza potato head is a unique and delicious pizza with a cheesy base, sliced potatoes, red onion, rosemary, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy ready-made)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
• Potato, thinly sliced
• Red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh rosemary, chopped.
• Balsamic glaze
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to approximately 500°F (260°C). If a wood-fired oven is unavailable, a regular oven with a pizza stone or baking sheet can be used as an alternative.
2. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough into a thin circle, aiming for around 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter. This can be achieved using your hands or a rolling pin. In case the dough becomes sticky, dust it lightly with flour.
3. Evenly distribute mozzarella cheese over the stretched dough, leaving a small border along the edges. The quantity of cheese can be adjusted according to personal preference.
4. Arrange potato slices and onion slices over the cheese, slightly overlapping. Sprinkle with rosemary, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavours. 
5. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the pizza, adjusting your desired amounts.
6. Carefully transfer the pizza onto the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. A pizza peel or a large spatula can assist in this process.
7. Bake the pizza for approximately 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust achieves a golden and crisp texture. To ensure even cooking, consider rotating the pizza halfway through.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and rest for a few minutes. Finally, cut the pizza into slices and savour the delightful outcome!

4 Formaggi Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-fired four formaggi is a delicious pizza with four cheeses on a thin, crispy crust. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy ready-made)
• Napoli sauce (a simple tomato sauce with garlic, salt, and olive oil)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
• Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
• Provolone cheese, shredded or sliced
• Grana Padano cheese, grated
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Follow these steps to prepare a delicious pizza:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to approximately 500°F (260°C). If a wood-fired oven is unavailable, a regular oven with a pizza stone or baking sheet can be used as an alternative.
2. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough into a thin circle, aiming for about 12 inches (30 cm) in diameter. You can use your hands or a rolling pin for this step. If the dough becomes sticky, dust it lightly with flour.
3. Spread a thin layer of Napoli sauce over the stretched dough, leaving a small border around the edge. A spoon or ladle can be used for this. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the sauce.
4. Evenly distribute mozzarella, gorgonzola, provolone, and grana padano cheeses over the sauce. The quantity of cheese can be adjusted based on personal preference.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and the crust to promote browning and crisping in the oven.
6. Carefully transfer the pizza onto the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Use a pizza peel or a large spatula for this process.
7. Bake the pizza for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust has a golden and crisp texture. Consider rotating the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and rest for a few minutes. Finally, cut the pizza into slices and relish in its deliciousness!

 Salame Wood-Fired Pizza  

Wood-fired pizza salame is delicious with a thin, crispy crust, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, salami, and basil leaves. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (you can make your own or buy ready-made)
• Napoli sauce (a simple tomato sauce with garlic, salt, and olive oil)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
• Salami, thinly sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to about 500°F (260°C). You can use a regular oven with a pizza stone or a baking sheet if you don't have a wood-fired range.
2. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a thin circle, about 12 inches (30 cm). You can use your hands or a rolling pin to do this. If the dough is sticky, dust it with some flour.
3. Spread a thin layer of Napoli sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge. You can use a spoon or a ladle to do this. Sprinkle some salt and pepper over the sauce.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. You can use as much or as little cheese as you like.
5. Arrange the salami slices over the cheese, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with some fresh basil leaves.
6. Drizzle some olive oil over the pizza. This will help the pizza brown and crisp up in the oven.
7. Carefully slide the pizza onto the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. You can use a pizza peel or a large spatula to do this.
8. Bake the pizza for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden and crisp. You can rotate the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Cut into slices and enjoy!

Porky Pine Wood-Fired Pizza  

To make a wood-fired pizza with a porcupine design featuring the flavours of Napoli, mozzarella, leg ham, and pineapple chunks, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Napoli sauce or tomato sauce
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Leg ham, thinly sliced
• Pineapple chunks

Instructions:

1. If you're using store-bought dough, follow the instructions on the package.
2. If making your dough, knead it according to your recipe and let it rise until doubled in size.
3. Ensure your wood-fired oven is preheated to a high temperature (around 500-600°F or 260-315°C).
4. Roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness on a floured surface.
5. Spread a layer of Napoli sauce over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
6. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella over the sauce.
7. Arrange slices of leg ham evenly on the pizza.
8. Distribute pineapple chunks evenly across the pizza.
9. To create a porcupine design, focus on placing the leg ham slices in a radial pattern, starting from the centre and extending towards the edges. This will give the appearance of porcupine quills.
10. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven using a pizza peel.
11. Cook the pizza until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the toppings are cooked (usually around 8-10 minutes, depending on your oven's temperature).
12. Once the pizza is cooked to perfection, please remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute.
13. Slice and serve your wood-fired pizza with the delicious Napoli sauce, mozzarella, leg ham, and pineapple chunks.

Enjoy your unique wood-fired pizza with a porcupine design and Napoli, mozzarella, leg ham, and pineapple flavours!

Eggplant Parmigiana Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-Fired Pizza Eggplant Parmigiana is a delectable pizza featuring a thin crust adorned with Napoli sauce, fried eggplants, grated Parmesan, and basil. To create this tasty woodfired pizza, gather the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Napoli sauce (a simple blend of tomato sauce with garlic, salt, and olive oil)
• Sliced and fried eggplants
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Follow these steps:

1. Preheat your woodfired pizza oven to around 500°F (260°C). A regular oven with a pizza stone or baking sheet will suffice if a wood-fired range is unavailable.
2. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a thin circle approximately 12 inches (30 cm). Use your hands or a rolling pin to dust the dough with flour if it is sticky.
3. Spread a thin layer of Napoli sauce over the dough, leaving a small border. Use a spoon or ladle, and sprinkle salt and pepper over the sauce.
4. Arrange the fried eggplants over the sauce, slightly overlapping. Sprinkle-grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza to enhance browning and crispiness in the oven.
6. Carefully slide the pizza onto the stone or baking sheet using a pizza peel or large spatula.
7. Bake the pizza for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden and crisp. Rotate the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice and savour the flavours of Wood-Fired Pizza Eggplant Parmigiana. Enjoy!

Piggie White Wood-Fired Pizza

Wood-Fired Pizza Piggie White is a delicious pizza featuring a thin crust, mozzarella cheese, pork and fennel sausage, potato slices, and fresh chilli. To prepare this mouthwatering dish, gather the following ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
• Cooked and sliced pork and fennel sausage
• Thinly sliced and boiled potatoes
• Sliced fresh chilli
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Follow these steps:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to approximately 500°F (260°C). A regular oven with a pizza stone or baking sheet will work if a wood-fired range is unavailable.
2. Stretch or roll your pizza dough into a thin circle, around 12 inches (30 cm). Use your hands or a rolling pin, and dust the dough with flour if it becomes sticky.
3. Evenly sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the dough, leaving a small border around the edge. Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference.
4. Arrange sausage, potato, and chilli slices over the cheese, overlapping slightly. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza to enhance browning and crispiness in the oven.
6. Carefully slide the pizza onto the stone or baking sheet using a pizza peel or a large spatula.
7. Bake the pizza for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden and crisp. Rotate the pizza halfway through for even cooking.
8. Remove the woodfired pizza from the oven and rest for a few minutes. Slice and savour the flavours of Wood-Fired Pizza Piggie White. Enjoy!

Piccante Wood-Fired Pizza

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Napoli sauce or tomato sauce
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 'Nduja sausage, thinly sliced or crumbled
• Pitted olives, sliced
• Fresh chilli, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

To make a wood-fired pizza piccante, you must prepare the dough, the sauce, the cheese, and the toppings. Here are the basic steps:

1. Mix flour, yeast, salt, water, and olive oil to make the dough. Knead it until smooth and elastic, then let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
2. Make the sauce by blending tomatoes, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. You can also add some red pepper flakes for extra spice.
3. Grate the mozzarella cheese and slice the nduja sausage. Pit and chop the olives, and chop the fresh chilli and basil.
4. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature and place a pizza stone inside. Sprinkle cornmeal on a pizza peel and stretch the dough into a thin circle. Brush olive oil over the dough and spread the sauce evenly, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle the cheese over the sauce and add the nduja sausage, olives, fresh chilli, and basil as toppings.
5. Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 10 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted. Enjoy your wood-fired pizza piccante!

Melanzana Wood-Fired Pizza

To make Wood-Fired Pizza Melanzana, featuring the delightful flavours of mozzarella, grilled eggplant, radicchio, balsamic glaze, and shaved grana, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
• Grilled eggplant slices
• Radicchio, thinly sliced
• Balsamic glaze
• Shaved grana cheese (or Parmesan)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to a high temperature, around 500-600°F (260-315°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness on a floured surface.
3. Spread a layer of mozzarella over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
4. Arrange the grilled eggplant slices evenly on top of the mozzarella. Ensure an even distribution for each bite.
5. Sprinkle thinly sliced radicchio over the pizza, providing a vibrant and slightly bitter contrast to the other flavours.
6. Drizzle balsamic glaze over the pizza. This sweet and tangy glaze will add depth to the overall taste.
7. Shave or grate grana cheese (or Parmesan) over the pizza, adding a nutty and savoury element.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza to enhance the flavours and increase the pizza's crispiness.
9. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven using a pizza peel.
10. Cook the pizza for approximately 8-10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the toppings are cooked.
11. Once the pizza is cooked to perfection, please remove it from the oven and let it cool for a minute.
12. Slice and serve your Wood-Fired Pizza Melanzana, featuring mozzarella, grilled eggplant, radicchio, balsamic glaze, and shaved grana.

Pumpkin Wood-Fired Pizza

To make Wood-Fired Pizza Pumpkin, featuring the delightful combination of pumpkin, mozzarella, gorgonzola, walnuts, and rocket, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Pumpkin, thinly sliced or cubed
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded or sliced
• Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
• Walnuts, roughly chopped
• Fresh rocket (arugula)
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix flour, yeast, salt, water, and olive oil to make the dough. Knead it until smooth and elastic, then let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
2. Make the sauce by blending tomatoes, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. You can also add some sugar or honey for a sweeter taste.
3. Grate the mozzarella and gorgonzola cheeses and chop the walnuts. Cut the pumpkin into thin slices and roast them in the oven until tender and caramelized.
4. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature and place a pizza stone inside. Sprinkle cornmeal on a pizza peel and stretch the dough into a thin circle. Brush olive oil over the dough and spread the sauce evenly, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle the cheeses over the sauce and add the pumpkin, walnuts, and rocket as toppings.
5. Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 10 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted. Enjoy your wood-fired pizza pumpkin!

Lollo Wood-Fired Pizza

To make Wood-Fired Pizza Lollo, showcasing the delightful combination of mozzarella, honey, walnuts, radicchio, and fior di latte, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Mozzarella cheese (fior di latte), shredded or sliced
• Honey
• Walnuts, roughly chopped
• Radicchio, thinly sliced
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired oven to a high temperature, around 500-600°F (260-315°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness on a floured surface.
3. Spread a layer of mozzarella cheese (fior di latte) over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
4. Drizzle honey evenly over the mozzarella. The sweetness of the pet will complement the savoury cheese and balance the flavours.
5. Sprinkle roughly chopped walnuts over the pizza. The nutty crunch will add a delightful texture.
6. Arrange thinly sliced radicchio evenly on top of the pizza. The slightly bitter taste of radicchio will provide a nice contrast.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza to enhance the flavours and increase the pizza's crispiness.
8. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven using a pizza peel.
9. Cook the pizza for approximately 8-10 minutes, until the crust is golden brown, the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the toppings are cooked.
10. Once the pizza is out of the oven, allow it to cool for a minute.
11. Slice and serve your Wood-Fired Pizza Lollo, featuring the harmonious blend of mozzarella, honey, walnuts, radicchio, and fior di latte.

Capricciosa Wood-Fired Pizza  

To make a delicious wood-fired Pizza Capricciosa with the classic ingredients of Napoli, mozzarella, ham, mushroom, olives, and basil, follow these steps:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Napoli sauce (tomato sauce with a touch of garlic and oregano)
• Fresh mozzarella, sliced.
• Ham slices
• Fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
• Black olives, pitted and sliced
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to a high temperature (around 450-500°F/230-260°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Spread a generous layer of Napoli sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
4. Arrange slices of fresh mozzarella evenly over the sauce, ensuring good cheese coverage on the pizza.
5. Place ham slices on the mozzarella, distributing them evenly across the pizza.
6. Scatter the thinly sliced fresh mushrooms and black olive slices over the pizza.
7. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven, placing it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
8. Bake the pizza in the wood-fired oven for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
9. Once the pizza is cooked, carefully remove it from the oven using the pizza peel.
10. Garnish the hot pizza with fresh basil leaves for flavour and aroma.
11. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy your delicious Wood-Fired Pizza Capricciosa with the authentic Napoli, mozzarella, ham, mushroom, olives, and basil flavours!

Napoletana Wood-Fired Pizza

Certainly! Here's a recipe for making a flavorful Wood-Fired Pizza Napoletana with the essential ingredients of Napoli, mozzarella, olives, chilli, anchovies, capers, and oregano:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (Neapolitan style, either store-bought or homemade)
• Napoli sauce (tomato sauce with a touch of garlic and oregano)
• Fresh mozzarella torn into small pieces
• Black olives, pitted and sliced
• Red chilli flakes (adjust according to your spice preference)
• Anchovy fillets (packed in oil or salted, depending on your preference)
• Capers drained
• Dried oregano

Instructions:

1. Heat your wood-fired oven to a very high temperature, about 800°F (427°C), to get the perfect Neapolitan-style crust.
2. Flatten the Neapolitan-style pizza dough on a floured surface. Make sure the crust is thin and elastic.
3. Cover the pizza dough with a thin layer of Napoli sauce, leaving some space around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the fresh mozzarella pieces over the sauce.
5. Add the sliced black olives, red chilli flakes, and capers to the pizza. Adjust the spiciness to your taste.
6. Put the anchovy fillets on the pizza. You can use them whole or cut them into smaller pieces.
7. Add some dried oregano on top for extra flavour.
8. Gently move the pizza to the hot wood-fired oven, putting it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
9. Cook the pizza for a very short time, about 90 seconds to 2 minutes, until the crust is bubbly and charred and the toppings are done.
10. Take the pizza out of the oven with a pizza peel and let it rest for a few seconds before cutting it.
11. Enjoy the Wood-Fired Pizza Napoletana while it's hot, with its delicious mix of Napoli, mozzarella, olives, chilli, anchovies, capers, and oregano.

Wood-Fired Pizza La Bomba 

Here's a recipe for a fiery and flavorful Wood-Fired Pizza La Bomba featuring Napoli, mozzarella, 'nduja sausage, salami, roasted capsicum, and fresh chilli:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Napoli sauce (tomato sauce with a touch of garlic and oregano)
• Fresh mozzarella, sliced or torn into pieces
• 'Nduja sausage, crumbled (spicy, spreadable Calabrian sausage)
• Salami slices (choose your favourite variety)
• Roasted capsicum (bell pepper), sliced
• Fresh chilli, thinly sliced (adjust quantity based on your spice preference)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to a high temperature, around 450-500°F (230-260°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, and transfer it to a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Spread a generous Napoli sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Arrange the sliced or torn mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
5. Distribute crumbled 'nduja sausage and salami slices across the pizza for a spicy and savoury kick.
6. Scatter the roasted capsicum slices over the pizza, adding a smoky and sweet flavour.
7. Sprinkle the thinly sliced fresh chilli on top, adjusting the amount according to your heat preference.
8. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven, placing it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
9. Bake the pizza for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Once the pizza is cooked, use the pizza peel to remove it from the oven.
11. Allow the Wood-Fired Pizza La Bomba to cool for a few minutes before slicing.
12. Serve hot and enjoy the explosive combination of Napoli, mozzarella, 'nduja sausage, salami, roasted capsicum, and fresh chilli!

Feel free to customize the toppings or adjust the quantities based on your taste preferences. Enjoy your delicious and spicy pizza!

Italian Stallion Wood-Fired Pizza

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Napoli sauce (garlic and oregano-flavored tomato sauce)
• Fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
• Pork & fennel sausage, cooked and crumbled
• Salami slices (your favourite kind)
• Black olives, pitted and sliced
• Fior di latte (fresh mozzarella), torn into pieces
• Fresh chilli, thinly sliced (to your spice level)
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. Heat your wood-fired pizza oven to a very high temperature, about 450-500°F (230-260°C).
2. Flatten the pizza dough on a floured surface to the thickness you like and move it to a pizza peel or a flipped-over baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Cover the pizza dough with a thick layer of Napoli sauce, leaving some space around the edges.
4. Sprinkle fresh mozzarella pieces over the sauce.
5. Add crumbled pork & fennel sausage, and salami slices to the pizza for a meaty and tasty flavour.
6. Put sliced black olives and fior di latte pieces on the pizza.
7. Add thin slices of fresh chilli for some heat, changing the amount to your taste.
8. Gently move the pizza to the hot wood-fired oven, putting it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
9. Cook the pizza for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Take the pizza out of the oven with the pizza peel.
11. Top the Wood-Fired Pizza Italian Stallion with fresh basil leaves for a fresh and aromatic touch.
12. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving.

Enjoy the yummy mix of Napoli, mozzarella, pork & fennel sausage, salami, olives, fior di latte, fresh chilli, and basil.

Mortadella Wood-Fired Pizza

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Fior di latte (fresh mozzarella), torn into pieces
• Mortadella, thinly sliced
• Pistachios, shelled and roughly chopped
• Balsamic glaze

Instructions:

1. Heat your wood-fired pizza oven to a very high temperature, about 450-500°F (230-260°C).
2. Flatten the pizza dough on a floured surface to the thickness you like and move it to a pizza peel or a flipped-over baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Cover the pizza dough with a thin layer of Fior di latte, leaving some space around the edges.
4. Put the thinly sliced mortadella on the mozzarella, covering the pizza evenly.
5. Add the chopped pistachios to the pizza for a pleasant nutty crunch.
6. Gently move the pizza to the hot wood-fired oven, putting it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
7. Cook the pizza for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Take the pizza out of the oven with the pizza peel.
9. Add balsamic glaze to the Wood-Fired Pizza Mortadella to give it a sweet and tangy touch.
10. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving.

Enjoy the tasty mix of mozzarella, mortadella, fior di latte, pistachio, and balsamic glaze in your Wood-Fired Pizza Mortadella!

Funghi Wood-Fired Pizza

Here's a recipe for a delicious Wood-Fired Pizza Funghi featuring mushroom, mozzarella, rocket, shaved Parmesan, and drizzled with truffle oil:

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• Olive oil for brushing
• Napoli sauce (tomato sauce with a touch of garlic and oregano)
• Fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
• Assorted mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster), sliced
• Rocket (arugula)
• Shaved Parmesan cheese
• Truffle oil for drizzling
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your wood-fired pizza oven to a high temperature, around 450-500°F (230-260°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Brush the surface of the pizza dough with olive oil to create a golden and crispy crust.
4. Spread a thin layer of Napoli sauce over the oiled pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Evenly distribute torn pieces of fresh mozzarella over the sauce.
6. Scatter the sliced assorted mushrooms across the pizza, ensuring they are spread evenly.
7. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated wood-fired oven, placing it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
8. Bake the pizza for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Once the pizza is cooked, use the pizza peel to remove it from the oven.
10. Top the Wood-Fired Pizza Funghi with a generous handful of fresh rocket.
11. Sprinkle shaved Parmesan cheese over the pizza, adding a rich and savoury flavour.
12. Drizzle truffle oil over the entire pizza for a luxurious and aromatic finish.
13. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
14. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Enjoy the delightful combination of mushroom, mozzarella, rocket, shaved Parmesan, and truffle oil in your Wood-Fired Pizza Funghi!

Prosciutto Wood-Fired Pizza

Ingredients:

• Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• Olive oil for brushing
• Napoli sauce (garlic and oregano-flavored tomato sauce)
• Fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces
• Prosciutto slices
• Rocket (arugula)
• Shaved Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat your wood-fired pizza oven to a very high temperature, about 450-500°F (230-260°C).
2. Flatten the pizza dough on a floured surface to the thickness you like and move it to a pizza peel or a flipped-over baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Brush the pizza dough with olive oil to make the crust crispy and golden.
4. Cover the pizza dough with a thin layer of Napoli sauce, leaving some space around the edges.
5. Sprinkle fresh mozzarella pieces over the sauce.
6. Put prosciutto slices on the mozzarella, covering the pizza evenly.
7. Gently move the pizza to the hot wood-fired oven, putting it directly on the pizza stone or oven floor.
8. Cook the pizza for about 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Take the pizza out of the oven with the pizza peel.
10. Add a large handful of fresh rockets to the Wood-Fired Pizza Prosciutto.
11. Add shaved Grana Padano or Parmesan cheese to the pizza, giving it a rich and savoury flavour.
12. Add salt and pepper to taste.
13. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving

Conclusion

To make a perfect wood-fired pizza Fitzroy inspired by the authentic flavours of Piccolino, you need to balance quality ingredients and precise baking techniques. No matter if you choose the classic Margherita, the spicy Italian Stallion, the earthy Funghi, or the elegant Prosciutto, the secret is in the mix of Napoli sauce, fresh mozzarella, and a selection of toppings. With its high heat, the wood-fired oven gives the crust a unique, smoky flavour, making it crispy and tender. As a final touch, the fresh herbs, oils, and cheeses enhance the taste, making each bite a wonderful experience.

If you want to book a table in Piccolino, visit their website and make a reservation online.