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temperature cont.
Cooking times can also vary based on the size of and type dishes being prepared.
Generally, cooking in a wood-fired oven is done by cooking the the foods that require
the highest temperature and have the shortest cooking times first such as pizza. As
the oven cools, other foods would follow such as grilled meats, then roasted vegetables,
fish and finally breads or desserts.
OPEN DOOR COOKING
Open door cooking is the most common method where an active flame is present.
Fire needs oxygen to burn well. Use this method for dishes that require high heat, such
as pizza.
CLOSED DOOR COOKING
Closed door cooking is used for cooking dishes longer at lower temperatures such as
baking or roasting. Closing or partially closing the oven door helps to reduce the flame
and regulate temperature.
For baking let the fire die down and keep the door open 1” - 2”. This will allow the
embers to continue to glow and help maintain temperature. Avoid large flames while
baking or roasting. Small flames with a good bed of embers is preferred. It is also
advisable to place a small container of water in the oven to maintain humidity. The
container must be stainless steel, cast iron, terracotta or similar material that is suitable
for the high temperatures of the oven.
TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE - CLOSE THE DOOR TIGHTLY AND ALLOW THE FIRE TO
BURN ITSELF OUT. AFTER THE FIRE IS COMPLETELY OUT, REMOVE THE ASH WITH
A METAL SHOVEL AND PLACE IT OUTSIDE IN A FIREPROOF CONTAINER.
ALLOW THE ASH TO REMAIN THERE 2-3 DAYS BEFORE PROPERLY DISPOSING OF IT.
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