9 Head Garlic Blast Cheese Pizza with Shrimp
Dive into a bold explosion of flavor with the 9 Head Garlic Blast Cheese Pizza with Shrimp—a gourmet masterpiece that balances indulgence and zest in every bite. This seafood sensation features a crispy, golden crust slathered with a rich garlic butter base made from nine cloves of minced garlic, ensuring an unapologetically savory punch. Layers of gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan cheese meld perfectly with succulent, sautéed shrimp, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes adds a vibrant, spicy kick. Perfectly baked to bubbly perfection in just 15 minutes, this pizza is a garlic lover’s dream and a must-try for seafood enthusiasts. Whether served as a show-stopping entrée or shared among friends, this unique garlic shrimp pizza is guaranteed to leave taste buds craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made crust or homemade (12-inch round) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 9 large (minced) Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 12 medium-sized, peeled and deveined Shrimp
- 1.5 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons (adjust to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (freshly ground) Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place the stone in the oven to preheat as well.
In a small saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan and stir until melted. Remove from heat and set aside the garlic butter mixture.
In a separate skillet, lightly season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Sauté them over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until just pink and cooked through. Do not overcook. Remove from heat and set aside.
If using homemade dough, roll it out to form a 12-inch round crust. If using a pre-made crust, place it on a pizza peel or parchment paper for easy transfer.
Brush the garlic butter mixture evenly over the pizza dough, spreading the minced garlic across the surface.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the crust, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
Distribute the cooked shrimp evenly over the cheese layer.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and crushed red pepper flakes on top for added flavor and decoration.
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or place it on the pizza stone if using one) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Slice and serve hot, optionally garnished with more fresh parsley or a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2127 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.5 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.1 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 553 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 4656 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.8 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 119.9 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1930 mg | 148% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1076 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
