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Nutritional Values
550kcal
22gProtein
60gCarbs
24gFat
4gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
New York-style Pizza
How to order / say it
Say it
New York-style Pizza — [noo YORK stile PEET-sah]
Order
I'd like a slice of New York-style pizza, please.
Say locally
Thin-crust pizza with a tomato sauce base and mozzarella cheese.
Why try it?
New York-style pizza is a quintessential part of the city's food culture, representing the melting pot heritage and the Italian immigrant influence. It's a staple for locals and a must-try for tourists seeking an authentic NYC experience.
How it tastes
Crispy, yet foldable crust with a savory tomato base and gooey mozzarella make it both chewy and satisfying. The aroma of baked dough fills the senses as you fold a slice in half for the perfect bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1905
Originating in the early 1900s by Italian immigrants, the pizza evolved to suit New Yorkers' fast-paced lifestyle. By the 1940s, it had established itself as a city icon, known for its wide, thin slices and flavorful toppings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 500 g Wheat flour
- 🥛 300 g Mozzarella cheese
- 🥣 200 g Tomato sauce
- 🫒 50 ml Olive oil
- 7 g Yeast
- 🧂 10 g Salt
Method
- 1 Prepare dough by mixing flour, yeast, salt, and water; let rise.
- 2 Roll out dough into a thin circle; place on baking sheet.
- 3 Spread tomato sauce over dough; add mozzarella slices.
- 4 Bake at high heat until crust is crispy and cheese bubbly.
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