Shrimp Scampi Pizza
Indulge in a gourmet fusion of buttery, garlic-infused seafood and crispy pizza crust. This Shrimp Scampi Pizza elevates your standard pizza night with fresh, succulent shrimp, vibrant lemon juice, and a blend of melted mozzarella and parmesan. By searing the shrimp briefly before baking, you ensure a juicy texture that pairs perfectly with the aromatic garlic-butter base. It is a sophisticated, restaurant-quality meal that is surprisingly easy to make in your own kitchen for a weeknight celebration.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
2 1/4 Cups All-Purpose Flour
1/4 Ounce Pizza Yeast
1 1/2 Teaspoons Sugar
3/4 Teaspoon Salt
2/3 Cup Warm Water (105-110F)
3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
4 Cloves Garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 Cups Low-moisture Mozzarella
1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan
Instructions
In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar; let stand for 5 minutes.
Add flour, salt, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil to the yeast mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
Let the dough rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 450F.
In a skillet, melt butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and sear for exactly one minute per side; remove from heat.
Roll out the risen pizza dough into a thin circle on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
Brush the dough with the garlic-butter mixture from the skillet.
Top with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
Arrange the seared shrimp evenly over the cheese.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the top.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Notes
Use bread flour instead of all-purpose if you prefer a chewier crust. Ensure the shrimp are patted dry before searing to get a better color. The shrimp will finish cooking in the oven, so do not overcook them during the initial searing step.
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