Description
Delicious Garlic Shrimp Pizza with a crispy crust and flavorful toppings, perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454g) pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 0.5 cup (120ml) olive oil, high-quality extra virgin
- 1 cup (113g) shredded Gruyere cheese
- 1 cup (113g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1.5 pounds (680g) raw shrimp, medium or large, peeled, deveined, and rinsed
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.75 cup (75g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped Italian parsley, to garnish
- 1 tablespoon pizza sauce, or as desired
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to the maximum temperature to ensure a golden-brown crust. Ensure the baking stone is in the oven before heating so it gets hot enough.
- Spread Sauce Evenly: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the crust, making sure to keep it light to avoid sogginess.
- Layer Cheese Generously: Sprinkle a good amount of Gruyere and mozzarella cheese across the sauce, ensuring not to overdo it to allow the shrimp flavors to shine through.
- Add Shrimp & Garlic: Scatter the shrimp and minced garlic evenly across the pizza, ensuring they are not piled in one spot.
- Bake Until Golden: Slide your pizza into the oven and bake until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown. Keep an eye on it as baking times may vary depending on your oven.
- Cool & Slice: Let the pizza cool for a few minutes after removing it from the oven to allow the cheese to set, making it easier to slice.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Expert Tips: Using store-bought dough can save preparation time. If you want a different flavor, consider adding a light layer of tomato sauce under the cheese.
- Troubleshooting: If the shrimp is undercooked after baking, ensure they are spread evenly on the crust and use a thin layer of cheese. If the crust is doughy, increase the baking time slightly and check that the pizza stone is properly heated. To prevent sticking, sprinkle cornmeal on the pizza peel before transferring the pizza to the baking stone.
- Reheating Instructions: To reheat, place the pizza in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 10 minutes or until warmed through.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve this pizza with a light salad for a refreshing contrast, along with a glass of chilled white wine. Consider adding a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Recipe Variations: You can add roasted red peppers for extra flavor or top the pizza with arugula for a fresh touch. Spicy sausage can be incorporated for a heartier version.
- Ingredient Notes: For a different cheese option, you can substitute Gruyere with a blend of Swiss and mozzarella. Always use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor, especially when it comes to cheeses and oils.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 825
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1561mg
- Fat: 53g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 75mg