Pizzaro Chimalin AFC Pizza Oven + FREE SPATULA & SEALANT by Gardeco

About this Pizza Oven

This traditionally designed fire clay pizza oven is the perfect option for those looking for an authentic fire-baked pizza experience at home. There is no finish on the pizza oven, leaving the beautiful natural pale clay colour. Made of Chimalin AFC - a new & unique fire clay developed by Gardeco. It is capable of incredibly high temperatures with exceptional resistance to fire cracking, it even comes with a 5-year guarantee & FREE Pizza Spatula & Pizza Oven Sealant worth over £45.

Features:

• Traditional dome shape
• Authentic cooking - fire oven
• Perfect for pizza or other fire-baked dishes
• Full user instructions provided
• Wood is the recommended fuel
• No curing required
• 5-year guarantee against thermal shock cracking
• FREE Pizza Spatula & Pizza Oven Sealant bundled with your order!

Why is a Clay Pizza Oven SO good?

Pizza is one of the most loved foods in the world, and making it at home can be a fun and satisfying experience. While there are many different types of pizza ovens available on the market, a clay pizza oven stands out as a unique and traditional option. Here are some benefits of a clay pizza oven compared to other types of pizza ovens:

1. Authentic taste: A clay pizza oven can give your pizza an authentic taste that is hard to replicate with other types of ovens. The high heat of the oven and the porous nature of the clay create a crisp crust and perfectly cooked toppings.
2. Energy efficiency: Clay pizza ovens are highly efficient when it comes to energy consumption. They require less fuel to reach and maintain high temperatures than many other types of ovens. This can help you save money on energy bills in the long run.
3. Durability: A clay pizza oven is a long-term investment. With proper care and maintenance, it can last for many years. Clay is a sturdy and heat-resistant material that can withstand high temperatures and harsh weather conditions.
4. Versatility: A clay pizza oven is not just for making pizza. It can also be used to cook other dishes, such as bread, roasted vegetables, and meats. This makes it a versatile addition to your outdoor cooking setup.
5. Aesthetics: A clay pizza oven can add a touch of rustic charm to your backyard or patio. It can become a centrepiece of your outdoor entertaining space and a conversation starter for guests.

In conclusion, a clay pizza oven is a unique and traditional option for making pizza at home. It offers many benefits, including authentic taste, energy efficiency, durability, versatility, and aesthetics. If you're looking for a new way to enjoy homemade pizza and other delicious dishes, consider investing in a clay pizza oven.

Product size - 65cm length, 60cm width, 37cm height

Material - Chimalin AFC, steel

Country of origin - China

Assembling your Pizzaro Chimalin AFC Pizza Oven

Please follow these instructions for the correct joining of the pizza oven base to the dome. The flat base and the dome are made as separate items and must be joined before using the oven. The dome is heavy so you will need at least two persons to lift it safely.

WARNING: Take care when handling the flat base and the dome to prevent injury to fingers or damage - do not drop, they will crack! We suggest you use gloves and proceed slowly. if using the pizza oven stand supplied, assemble this first.

1. Carefully place the flat base on the assembled pizza oven stand or position the base on the flat surface where you want to locate the assembled pizza oven.

2. Mix the fire cement powder with water to the consistency of peanut butter, do not make so wet is runs off.

3. Using a small spatula or scraper spread a 2 to 3 mm thick layer of the fire cement around rim of the upper face of the flat base; make this layer about 2mm or 3/4 inch wide from the edge.

4. Carefully pick up the dome and gently place the dome onto the flat base, avoiding trapping or pinching your fingers. Move the dome so it sits centrally on the base.
Hint: It is easier to position the dome if you place it on two or more pieces of 50 x 25mm wood sitting on the flat base, then apply the fire cement. Position the rear of the dome on the base whilst supporting the dome by the mouth ,and then slip out the wood allowing the dome to gently contact the base. Do not allow the dome to slide off the wood and fall.

5. With a wet cloth gently wipe off any excess fire cement from the inside and outside of the joint and allow 24 hours to dry.

Please Note: The fire cement acts as a sealant, not an adhesive-it does not glue the base to the dome. If you want to move the oven after assembly you must pick up the base with the dome sitting on it - do not attempt to pick up the oven by the mouth of the dome.

Lighting your Pizza Oven

1. Use a Soft Brush and dustpan to remove any cold ashes from inside the Pizza Oven, then sweep the inside base so it is free of dust and debris.
2. Using a little newspaper and thin dry kindling build a fire in the centre of the mouth of the Pizza Oven.
3. Slowly add the remaining wood fuel to the fire, then after about 15 minutes use the raking tool to push the glowing embers and burning fuel to the back of the pizza oven. We recommend using Fire Gloves to protect yourself from burns.
4. Carefully insert a Pizza Stone (which we recommend), so it sits in the mouth of the Pizza Oven about 8 cm from the front lip.
5. Use the peel to turn the pizza stone after five minutes to ensure it heats evenly.
6. Allow the remainder of the wood to burn and after about 30-35 minutes from ignition the pizza oven will have attained at least 300 degrees c. Check the temperature on the thermostat.
7. Using the raking tool push the glowing embers to the back and sides of the pizza oven - allow all the flames to burn off - now you are ready to cook.

About Fuel

A pizza will taste better when cooked at a high temperature.
Many Italian pizza ovens operate at 400 degrees Centigrade. The Pizzaro Pizza Oven has an operating temperature of 300 degrees plus.

You will need to burn about 2.5kgs of wood pieces or chips (exclusive of kindling) to reach the operating temperature in about 35 minutes. This is 35 minutes of heating and about 35 minutes of cooking time.
It is easy to make your own wood fuel by splitting logs into thinner pieces. Use extreme care if using a small hand axe to split the logs.

Traditional Italian pizza ovens use dry oak chips as fuel, these wood chips burn fast, leave little ash residue and produce a distinctive smoky oak aroma which gives flavour to the pizzas.
You can use other wood types as fuel, but make sure they are well seasoned and as dry as possible to minimise smoke.

If wood chips are not available use small strips or blocks about sized 3cm x 3cm x 8cm. Be aware scrap pallet wood is often treated with preservative which is toxic and should not be used as fuel.

Cooking your Pizza

1. Prepare all your pizzas in advance so they are ready to cook, when the first is cooked you can immediately insert the next one into the hot oven.
2. Now using your FREE Pizza Spatula, place the pizza on the hot Pizza Stone - it will take about four minutes to cook - we recommend after two minutes you lift the pizza out of the oven using the peel and turn it 180 degrees and then replace into the oven for the last two/three minutes. Don't burn your fingers!

Note: The pizza oven is large enough to cook a pizza up to 12 inches in diameter, but with this size care must be taken to ensure the back edge does not burn or come into contact with the burning embers, therefore we recommend you cook a maximum of 10-inch diameter pizzas. The pizza is ready when the topping is bubbling, which at 300 degrees C is about four minutes after placing it on the Pizza Stone.

3. To remove the pizza, slide the spatula under the cooked pizza and lift it out onto a flat wooden cutting board, and serve immediately. Insert the next pizza and repeat the process!

4. Enjoy your pizza!