Jepsons Pizzaugn - Så byggde jag

Introduction

In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of building your own pizza oven, inspired by the video "Jepsons Pizzaugn - Så byggde jag." We'll also share a delicious pizza dough and tomato sauce recipe to enhance your pizza-making experience. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a pizza lover, this guide will provide you with all the necessary steps to create your own outdoor pizza oven and prepare tasty homemade pizza.

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Before starting your pizza oven project, it's important to have all the necessary materials and tools. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Firebricks or heat-resistant bricks
• A suitable base (concrete slab or sturdy wooden table)
• Mortar for bricklaying
• Metal door for the oven
• Insulation material (like ceramic fiber)
• Tools: trowel, level, and measuring tape

Practical Tip: Research local building codes to ensure your pizza oven complies with regulations.

Step 2: Construct the Base

1. Choose a location for your pizza oven that is safe and away from flammable materials.
2. Prepare the base:
   • If using a concrete slab, ensure it is level and sturdy.
   • If using wood, ensure it can support the weight of the oven.
3. Lay down a layer of firebricks or heat-resistant bricks to form the foundation.

Common Pitfall: Make sure your base is perfectly level to avoid issues with the oven structure.

Step 3: Build the Oven Structure

1. Start laying bricks in a circular or rectangular shape, depending on your design.
2. Apply mortar between the bricks to secure them in place.
3. Leave space for a door and chimney for smoke ventilation.

Practical Tip: Use a level frequently to ensure that your walls are straight.

Step 4: Insulate the Oven

1. Once the structure is complete, add insulation material around the oven body.
2. This helps maintain high temperatures inside the oven while keeping the outside cool.

Common Pitfall: Ensure the insulation is thick enough to prevent heat loss.

Step 5: Prepare the Pizza Dough

Follow this recipe to make dough for approximately 10 pizzas:

• Ingredients:
  • 1L water
  • 10 dl all-purpose flour
  • 15 dl Tipo 00 flour (pizza flour)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 10 g yeast

1. Combine all ingredients in a dough mixer.
2. Mix for about 10 minutes until smooth.
3. Form the dough into 10 balls and “tighten” them by rolling.

Practical Tip: Wrap the dough balls in foil and freeze them for future use.

Step 6: Prepare the Tomato Sauce

This simple tomato sauce can elevate your pizza:

• Ingredients:
  • Fresh tomatoes
  • White wine
  • Onion
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper

1. Blend fresh tomatoes with a splash of white wine until almost smooth.
2. Sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent.
3. Add the blended tomato mixture and some chopped tomatoes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer until most of the water evaporates.

Practical Tip: Adjust seasoning to your taste and add herbs like basil for extra flavor.

Conclusion

You now have a step-by-step guide to building your own pizza oven and preparing delicious pizza dough and sauce. Following these instructions will not only enhance your outdoor cooking space but also provide you with the joy of making pizza from scratch. Enjoy your pizza-making adventures and don't hesitate to experiment with different toppings and flavors!