How To Craft Your Own Budget-Friendly Pizza Oven With Just A Fire Pit And A Flower Pot

From garden to gourmet: The ultimate DIY pizza oven hack!

Jesse

• Published in Interesting
• April 7, 2024

Let’s face it: pizza has a special place in everyone’s heart, even those who claim to despise its very existence. This universally adored dish has the power to unite enemies and turn any ordinary evening into a feast. 

But, if you’re like me, tired of the cardboard-like consistency of frozen pizzas or the roulette game of delivery options (will it be undercooked, overpriced, or just right?), it’s time to roll up your sleeves. We’re about to embark on a DIY journey that promises not only a scrumptious pie but also an anecdote worthy of your next dinner party.

Welcome to the ultimate guide on transforming your humble abode into a Michelin-star-worthy pizzeria. Now, you might think constructing your own pizza oven sounds as plausible as turning lead into gold, but fear not! This method is so straightforward it might just make MacGyver blush. 

All you need is a fire pit, a grill grate, a pizza stone and—wait for it—a flower pot. Yes, you read that correctly. The pot’s purpose is to trap the heat, creating a cozy, blistering haven for your pizza. The result? A crispy, evenly cooked base with toppings melted to perfection, rivaling the finest pizzerias.

Forget those pricey, space-hogging pizza ovens; your garden variety terra cotta flower pot is about to become the unsung hero of this culinary adventure.

But let’s not put the cart before the horse. Before we turn up the heat, let’s talk about ingredients. This is your canvas to express your wildest pizza dreams. 

Feeling adventurous? Swap out the traditional red sauce for a creamy vodka sauce or a vibrant pesto. Dairy isn’t your friend? Vegan cheese options like Daiya can bring that gooey, melty texture without the moo.

Now, let’s get cooking!

1. The fire pit serves as your sizzling charcoal grill. Remember, it should be charcoal-run to achieve a mouth-watering feast

2. The grill grate, A.K.A. your pizza’s throne—a befitting resting place while the flames work their magic

3. Our pièce de résistance, the amazing flowerpot. Just imagine the look on your friends' faces when you lift a flower pot to reveal a bubbling, perfectly cooked pizza underneath. Priceless, right?

4. Avoid pizza mishaps with a clever pot-lifting solution. Attach a chain through a bottom hole (like the innovative chaps above), or get creative with lifting gadgets.

5. Eyes on the prize

6. The ingredient aisle is your oyster – dive deep, mix, match, and maybe even cause a culinary stir. Pepperoni or pineapple? The kitchen court is now in session.

7. Don’t hold back. Channel the Gordon Ramsay within and unleash your inner artist with toppings. Helpful hint: audacity is key.

8. Behold the alchemy as your pizza transitions from raw to ravishing under the dome of your makeshift oven. You know it’s ready when you hit that golden sweet spot of crispy yet chewy.

9. After allowing your masterpiece to bask in a cool breeze, it's time to dive in. But first, a celebratory pat on the back - because you, my friend, have just ascended to pizza royalty.

So, why settle for a boring, regular oven pizza when you can embark on an epicurean adventure right in your backyard?

It’s time to light that fire pit, grab that flower pot, and usher in a new era of pizza making. Trust me, your taste buds (and Instagram followers) will thank you!

Jesse