Measure 200 grams of water.
Add water to a bowl along with ¾ teaspoon active dry yeast. Mix together until well incorporated.
Cover with a clean cloth and allow yeast to activate for five minutes.
Yeast will be ready after five minutes when it appears bubbly.
While yeast is activating, measure 300 grams of all purpose flour. Alternatively, you may opt for 150 grams all purpose flour and 150 grams of "00" flour.
Add 1 teaspoon sea salt to flour and whisk to incorporate.
Add spices and whisk to incorporate.
Once yeast has activated, add yeast mixture plus 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil to the flour.
Knead flour in the bowl for approximately 3 minutes using extra flour if needed. Cover, and allow dough to rest for 15 minutes.
Knead dough for about 3 minutes and then cut into two equal balls of dough. Shape dough into balls.
Place on a well floured surface and cover with a damp cloth. Be sure that the cloth is damp as it will keep the dough moist during rising.
Allow dough to rise for 3-4 hours at room temperature or for 8-12 hours in the refrigerator.