What is the best wood to use for a wood fired pizza oven. If you are a pizza lover and have a wood-burning oven, you know well that choosing the right wood is essential to obtain the best possible cooking. There are several varieties of wood that can be used for the wood-fired pizza oven, but which is the best?

First of all, it is important to bear in mind that the wood must always be dry and seasoned. Fresh or damp wood, indeed, it burns poorly and produces more smoke than heat. In addition to, seasoned wood has a higher density and therefore burns more slowly and more evenly.

One of the most used woods for the wood-fired pizza oven is beech wood. This wood has a very hot and constant flame, which allows you to cook the pizza evenly and quickly. In addition to, it has a sweet and delicate aroma which does not affect the taste of the pizza.

Another wood widely used for the wood-fired pizza oven is oak. This wood has a very intense and long-lasting flame, which allows you to keep the oven temperature constant for a long time. In addition to, oak wood has a strong and decisive aroma that can give a unique flavor to the pizza.

Acacia wood is also very popular for the wood-fired pizza oven. This wood has a very hot and intense flame, which allows you to cook pizza quickly and evenly. In addition to, acacia wood has a sweet and delicate aroma which does not affect the taste of the pizza.

Cherry wood is another good choice for the wood-fired pizza oven. This wood has a very hot and constant flame, which allows you to cook the pizza evenly and quickly. In addition to, cherry wood has a light and fruity aroma that can impart a delicate flavor to pizza.

At Last, olive wood is highly appreciated for the wood-fired pizza oven. This wood has a very hot and intense flame, which allows you to cook pizza quickly and evenly. In addition to, olive wood has an intense and characteristic aroma which can give the pizza a unique and particular flavour.

In general, it is important to choose good quality and seasoned wood, that it has a good density and a constant, hot flame. It is also important to avoid resinous woods or woods with a strong presence of oils, as they can release harmful substances during combustion.

In conclusion, Choosing the right wood for your wood-fired pizza oven depends on personal preferences and local availability. However, beech wood, oak, acacia, cherry and olive tree are all excellent choices for obtaining a perfect pizza.

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