Hey pizza lovers! Today I’m gonna share my favorite recipe that’ll make you the star of any dinner party – an amazing homemade shrimp pizza Trust me, once you nail this recipe, your friends won’t stop begging you to make it again!
Why Shrimp Pizza is Worth Making
Before diving into the how-to let me tell you why this pizza is special. While some folks might think seafood on pizza is weird it’s actually super common in coastal Italy and France. I’ve served this pizza countless times over the years, and it’s always a showstopper. Even professional chefs have been blown away by how good it is!
What You’ll Need
For the Base:
- Your favorite pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- Pizza sauce
- Mozzarella cheese
- Olive oil
For the Shrimp Topping:
- Raw wild-caught shrimp (smaller sizes work best)
- 3 large cloves of fresh garlic
- Salt to taste
- Optional: Creole seasoning
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Your Shrimp
- Thaw frozen shrimp overnight in fridge OR
- Quick-thaw method: Place in sealed bag, submerge in cold water for 45 mins
- Pat dry with paper towels
- Pro tip: Don’t use pre-cooked shrimp – they’ll get rubbery!
2. Par-Cook the Shrimp
- Heat pan with olive oil over medium heat
- Add shrimp and season with salt/Creole seasoning
- Cook just until they start curling (don’t fully cook!)
- Drain on paper towels
3. Prep the Garlic
GARLIC HACK:1. Separate clove from bulb2. Place flat knife on clove3. Press down till you hear a crack4. Peel and mince4. Assemble Your Pizza
- Stretch dough to 14-16 inches
- Add sauce and cheese
- Distribute par-cooked shrimp evenly
- Sprinkle minced garlic from about 12 inches above
- Drizzle with olive oil
5. Bake It Right
- Preheat oven to 550°F with pizza stone/steel for 1 hour
- Bake 5-6 minutes with broiler on
- Rotate 180° halfway through
- Let cool on rack (it’ll be wet at first)
Pro Tips & Tricks
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Less is More Don’t overload with shrimp – they need breathing room!
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Fresh is Best: NEVER use pre-chopped garlic from a jar (seriously, just don’t)
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Get Wild: Wild-caught shrimp taste way better than farm-raised
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Size Matters: Smaller shrimp or cut-up large ones distribute better
Cool Variations to Try
Wanna mix it up? Here’s some awesome combos I’ve tested:
- Add sliced serrano chilies for heat
- Try Spanish chorizo for extra flavor
- Add crispy bacon (shrimp + bacon = heaven!)
Troubleshooting
If your pizza gets too wet:
- Make sure to pat shrimp really dry
- Don’t overload toppings
- Let pizza rest on cooling rack before cutting
Final Words
Y’all, this shrimp pizza might seem fancy, but it’s actually super easy to pull off. It’s different enough to be exciting but familiar enough that even picky eaters love it. Give it a try – I promise you won’t regret it!
And remember, pizza making is all about practice. If your first try isn’t perfect, no worries! Keep at it, and soon you’ll be making pizzas that’ll make your local pizzeria jealous!
Note: Thinking of opening a restaurant after mastering this recipe? Maybe stick to wowing your friends instead – trust me, I’ve seen enough kitchen nightmares to know better!
Main Ingredients You’ll Need
There are two key elements in this mouth-watering shrimp pizza recipe: the crust and the toppings.
The components are simple: flour, milk, yeast, oil, and sugar. It’s surprisingly easy to make, affordable, and comes out crispy from the oven. We’ve put the pizza crust recipe in the recipe card below, but if you simply don’t have time, please feel free to buy a pre-baked crust from the store. No judgment here!
There are tons of topping choices to keep your pizza from being bland or boring. Today’s pizza toppings are a blend of sea and earth: shrimp, mushrooms, bell pepper, and cheese.
The secret is to sauté the shrimp with mushrooms until just pink and juicy before placing them on the pizza crust. This helps retain the shrimp flavor and texture while also eliminating the risk of undercooking the seafood in the oven.
No great pizza can be complete without cheese. Cheddar cheese with its rich and tangy flavor delivers added bite. The mozzarella gives a creamy consistency, helps to butter the crust, and keeps the shrimp moist.
Is Shrimp Pizza Healthy?
Yes, our shrimp pizza recipe is healthy.
Unlike other restaurant versions, it contains the recommended amount of calories (489 calories). Our pizza leaves ample caloric room to combine a green salad and fresh juice drink to boost the vitamin, mineral, and fiber content of the meal.
With an abundance of cheese, crust and sauce, store-bought pizza is often high in saturated fat and sodium. To give it a healthy twist, we tried to keep those nutrients at moderate levels by using a reasonable amount of cheese and homemade tomato sauce (without added salt).
Each serving ends up having only 7.4 g saturated fat and 555.6 mg sodium. Those are within the healthy limits recommended by the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines.
How To Make SHRIMP PIZZA Under 30 Minutes | Recipes.net
FAQ
Do you cook shrimp before adding to pizza?
We don’t want to put raw shrimp on our pizza, so we do need to cook them first before they go on the pizza. It’s easiest to roast them, but it you have some leftover steamed shrimp, that’s a good option too.
What ingredients are on a seafood pizza?
- 12 uncooked medium fresh shrimp, in shells.
- 1 cup pizza sauce.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
- 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (2 oz)
- 8 anchovy fillets in oil.
- 1/2 lb bay scallops.
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves.
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
How to get shrimp in good pizza?
Shrimp is unlocked on day 78 (or 7th day of Chapter 3), a day after completing the Surfer’s order.
Can you add frozen shrimp to pizza?
Frozen raw shrimp can be thawed and used in this recipe, but avoid frozen cooked shrimp. Whether fresh or frozen (uncooked) shrimp.Jan 11, 2024