Dissolve the sugar in hot water and add yeast into the mixture. Mix and set aside for 10 mins till the yeast starts to bloom.
Mix the flour and salt. Add the yeast to this mixture and knead slowly to form soft dough.
The key to making a great crust is the proper kneading technique. The technique is folding and kneading with the heal of your palm till the dough is smooth and elastic.
Apply oil on the dough. Cover with plastic wrap and leave it in a warm place to rise for 45 minutes.
TOPPING
Heat oil in a flat-bottom pan over medium heat.
Add the spinach in small increments.
After the spinach is cooked add half of the tomato puree and the dry spice powders.
Season with salt.
Cook the mixture for about 5 mins.
Allow it to cool.
PIZZA
Turn the dough out on a lightly floured surface and stretch it the desired thickness.
Evenly spread the remaining half of the tomato puree.
Spread the spinach mixture onto the crust.
Top it with tomato, onion and cheese.
Bake in the oven at 400 F for 20 mins until crust is golden brown.