In a bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water. Add active instant dry yeast and mix it well. Let this sit for 3-5 mins until it doubles up and is frothy.

Add all-purpose flour along with salt and olive oil. Mix it all well.

Knead the dough until it is soft and pliable for about 3-5 mins. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with cling wrap and let it rest in a warm place for an hour or so until it doubles up in size.

Slightly punch down the proofed dough and knead it again for 1-2 mins.

Divide the dough into four equal parts and take a ball of dough. Pat it on a dusted aluminum foil into a circle of about ½ an inch of thickness. Leaving about ½ an inch around the edge, start making dent around to form a rim.

Drizzle few drops of olive oil over the top and add a tbsp. of pizza sauce, spread it evenly except for the rim.

Next add a layer of grated mozzarella cheese evenly and then top with veggies followed by cheese again.

Bake the pan pizza in a preheated oven at 180°C for 12-15 mins until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden brown.

Serve hot immediately with dried mixed Italian herbs and chilli flakes on top.