Garlic Butter Seafood Pizza – Restaurant Quality at Home!

This Seafood Pizza combines a crispy crust with a luxurious garlic butter sauce, succulent shrimp, tender calamari, and mussels, finished with melted mozzarella and fresh herbs. A gourmet twist on classic pizza that’s perfect for date nights or impressing guests!

Ingredients (Serves 3-4):

For the Dough:

• 1 lb (450g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Garlic Butter Sauce:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1 tsp lemon zest

For the Toppings:

• ½ lb (225g) medium shrimp, peeled & deveined
• ½ lb (225g) calamari rings
• ½ cup cooked mussels (or clams)
• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated Parmesan
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• Lemon wedges & fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1️⃣ Prep the Dough:

1. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet.
2. Roll out dough on floured surface to 12-inch round. Brush with olive oil.

2️⃣ Make Garlic Butter Sauce:

1. Melt butter in a pan over low heat. Add garlic, parsley, and lemon zest. Cook for 1 minute.

3️⃣ Assemble Pizza:

1. Spread garlic butter over dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
2. Sprinkle half the mozzarella.
3. Arrange seafood, onion, and tomatoes. Top with remaining cheeses and red pepper flakes.

4️⃣ Bake & Serve:

1. Transfer pizza to hot stone. Bake for 12-15 mins until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
2. Garnish with basil and lemon. Slice and serve immediately!

Pro Tip: Pat seafood dry before topping to prevent sogginess!