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Crispy Grilled BBQ Margherita Pizza

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A smoky, sweet, and fresh grilled pizza featuring a crispy crust, tangy BBQ sauce, melty mozzarella, and bright basil. Perfect for quick summer grilling and backyard gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces (340 grams) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) BBQ sauce
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 450°F / 230°C). If using charcoal, arrange coals for direct heat.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and stretch or roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle. Brush both sides with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of salt and garlic powder if using.
  3. Place the dough directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for about 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear and the bottom is golden and crispy.
  4. Using a pizza peel or large spatula, carefully flip the dough. Immediately spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the grilled side (now facing up).
  5. Distribute slices of fresh mozzarella evenly over the sauce, then scatter fresh basil leaves on top.
  6. Close the grill lid and cook for another 3-5 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. The cheese should melt and bubble, and the crust will get crispy.
  7. Remove the pizza from the grill and drizzle with a little olive oil. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  8. Let the pizza cool for a minute or two, then slice with a pizza cutter and serve.

Notes

Brush dough with olive oil to prevent sticking. Control grill heat to avoid burning the crust. Pat mozzarella dry to prevent soggy pizza. Keep a spray bottle of water nearby to manage flare-ups. Reheat leftovers in a hot skillet or under the broiler for best crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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