Gordon Ramsay's simple '30 second rule' ensures pizza is 'perfect' every time

Yahoo

09-02-2025

For many, pizza is a firm favourite when it comes to treats.
It's a crowd-pleaser, with its enticing combination of flavours and numerous topping options. However, crafting a perfect pizza can be a daunting task.
To coincide with National Pizza Day (February 9), a straightforward method for creating a delicious pizza has been shared, courtesy of culinary expert Gordon Ramsay.
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In a popular TikTok clip, he reveals his secret to making a delicious pizza, and the video has garnered over 200,000 views. His advice centres on keeping things simple and adhering to the "30-second rule."
Showing people what to do, Gordon said: "The secret is in the execution. A touch of semolina, and use the back of your hands, and all I'm doing is letting the dough stretch.
"Any big blisters, just burst, ok? You've got to be quick and accurate on top of here. Up and over, take your sauce into the middle. Now we want a centimetre from the outside.
"From there, a little touch of mozzarella. Don't go crazy on the garnish, yeah? Be smart, and in she goes.
"Now watch, we cook with our eyes now. Every 30 seconds you've got to turn that. As it starts to blister, in, lift gently, manipulate - all the way under and turn around. 90 seconds guys, and then out."
Then, Gordon tops his pizza with fresh basil and seasons it with some rock salt too. A drizzle of olive oil, and it's good to serve.
Viewers have responded enthusiastically to Gordon's tip, with one remarking: "That man was licking his lips."
Another added: "As an Italian, I approve that." A third said: "Nothing is better than wood fire pizza with basil on top."
Meanwhile, a fourth commenter noted: "Good pizza. Tiny for an Italian like myself, but a good pizza."
While a pizza oven is necessary to replicate Gordon's exact method, his advice is invaluable for creating an authentic Italian pizza.
For those without access to a pizza oven, some suggest using a baking sheet, baking steel or iron rack in a conventional oven to cook a homemade pizza. This can be paired with parchment paper or greaseproof paper to prevent sticking.
A straightforward method involves using a preheated half sheet pan, although it can cool down rapidly. To achieve this, use a rimmed baking sheet and place it on the lowest shelf of your oven prior to preheating.
This will significantly simplify the process of sliding the pizza in and out of the oven.