Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza: A Cajun-Inspired Gourmet Delight Made Easy
Prepare yourself for an extraordinary culinary journey as the vibrant flavors of a classic Cajun Po’ Boy sandwich beautifully merge with the beloved comfort of pizza. The result? Our sensational Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza – a dish that isn’t just “epic good,” but truly unforgettable. Imagine succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a generous layer of melted cheese, all brought together on a perfectly baked crust, then lavishly drizzled with a creamy, zesty Remoulade sauce. This isn’t just another pizza; it’s a gourmet experience designed to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make, promising a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. This is one recipe you absolutely have to try.
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Discovering the Magic of Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza
There are some dishes that simply hit different, and this Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza is definitely one of them. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, where no single ingredient overpowers another. Instead, they all collaborate beautifully, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you exclaiming, “Oh-emmmm, this is delicious!” It’s the kind of dish that lifts your spirits and reminds you why you love cooking.
Speaking of lifting spirits, I have to confess, I was in a bit of a kitchen rut lately. My last couple of culinary adventures, which I mentioned here and here, weren’t exactly masterpieces. But with this Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza, my cooking mojo came roaring back! It figures it would take a fantastic pizza to pull me out of a cooking funk. Pizza just has that power, doesn’t it? It’s not just food; it’s an experience. I might even have shed a happy tear (or had a little pee-yourself moment, kidding!) while savoring this masterpiece. It truly is that good.
Building Your Perfect Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza: The Essential Components
Every great pizza starts with a solid foundation, and for our delicious Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza, that means the dough. In the detailed recipe below, I’ve included a link to my preferred homemade pizza dough recipe. Crafting your own dough can be a rewarding experience, yielding a crust that’s perfectly crisp yet chewy. However, I completely understand that life gets busy. For those times when you need a shortcut without compromising on flavor, many grocery stores now offer fresh pizza dough in their bakery sections. For these very photos, I might—just might—have taken that convenient route and purchased store-bought dough. No judgment here; the goal is deliciousness!
The Flavorful Base: Pizza Sauce
Next up is the pizza sauce. While there are countless ready-made options available, I firmly believe that a homemade sauce truly elevates a pizza. My recipe for homemade pizza sauce, which I enthusiastically used for this creation, is also linked below. Seriously, the depth of flavor you get from a sauce made from scratch is unparalleled. It provides the perfect tangy and savory counterpoint to the rich toppings, ensuring every bite is balanced and delicious.
Classic Toppings and the Star Ingredient: Shrimp
Then come the easy, yet essential, vegetables: bell pepper, tomato, and mushrooms. These are pizza quintessentials for a reason – they add freshness, a bit of sweetness, and a lovely textural contrast. But of course, the true stars of this Po’ Boy Pizza are the plump, flavorful shrimp and the gooey, melted cheese. If you’ve been a follower of my site for any length of time, you’ll know that I’m absolutely obsessed with seafood. I eat it almost daily, much like some people can’t go a day without chocolate!
My passion for pizza also means I’m constantly experimenting with toppings, and shrimp has proven to be an exceptional choice. You might recall my Four Cheese Shrimp Scampi Pizza or the bold Cajun Pizza with Andouille and Shrimp. The fact is, shrimp truly shines on pizza. So, when the exciting opportunity arose to collaborate with SeaPak®, my mind immediately gravitated towards one question: where do I love fried shrimp the most?
The Po’ Boy Inspiration
The answer came to me during a lunch outing with my husband at a local seafood restaurant, where I enjoyed a classic Po’ Boy sandwich. A culinary lightbulb went off, and BAM – the concept of a Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza was born! It was clearly meant to be. Now, you might not typically associate Walmart with gourmet seafood, and honestly, I generally don’t either. But when it comes to pizza toppings, who wants to spend time peeling, deveining, breading, and frying shrimp from scratch? GAH! Of course not! That’s where pre-cooked or frozen breaded shrimp, like SeaPak popcorn shrimp, becomes a culinary lifesaver.
The beauty of using quality frozen shrimp is its sheer convenience. No thawing needed – you simply place them directly onto the pizza along with the other toppings and pop it into the oven. This ease of preparation means you can achieve an incredible, flavor-packed meal without the fuss, making gourmet cooking accessible even on busy weeknights. The fried shrimp adds that quintessential Po’ Boy texture and flavor that truly distinguishes this pizza from any other.
The Secret Weapon: Creamy Cajun Remoulade
Finally, but certainly not least, we have the crowning glory: a luscious, creamy Cajun Remoulade. This sauce is an adaptation of my own recipe, originally featured in my Cajun Salmon Sliders. With just a couple of minor tweaks, primarily dialing down the heat a touch to suit a wider palate, the preparation is incredibly simple. This time, I just tossed all the ingredients into a food processor and let it whirl until silky smooth. The cool, tangy, and subtly spicy Remoulade drizzled over the hot, cheesy, and crunchy pizza is an absolute game-changer. It adds a layer of complexity and freshness that takes this dish “over the top” – in the best possible way. The combination of the warm pizza and the cool, zesty sauce is truly a match made in heaven.
A Culinary Masterpiece Awaits
So there you have it, folks. The Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza: a recipe that is approachable for home cooks, impressive enough for entertaining, and undeniably delicious. Seriously, it’s *so* delicious. If you share my love for both pizza and seafood, then you absolutely must try this recipe. Prepare to become the rockstar of your kitchen when you serve up this unique and incredibly flavorful creation. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a celebration of bold flavors and clever culinary fusion.
This recipe uses my Sam Adams Pizza Dough made with beer and my Homemade Pizza Sauce with wine and garlic.
Shrimp Po’ Boy Pizza
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Equipment
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pizza stone
Ingredients
- prepared dough for a large pizza for a recipe, see my Sam Adams Beer Pizza Dough
- ½ cup Pizza Sauce
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 2-3 Roma tomatoes diced (~1 cup)
- 1 cup sliced white mushrooms ~4 oz
- 9 oz SeaPak popcorn shrimp half of the 18 oz Party Size pkg, larger shrimp cut in half
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- garnish: fresh chopped cilantro
For the Remoulade
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 green onions chopped in ~2-inch pieces
- 2 large cloves garlic smashed and skins removed
- 1 Tbs prepared horseradish
- 2 Tbs Dijon mustard
- 3 tsp yellow mustard
- 3 Tbs ketchup
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- pinch kosher salt
- ½ tsp Cajun seasoning
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves chopped
Instructions
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Place the pizza stone in the oven. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Allow it to heat for an additional 10-15 minutes after reaching temperature to ensure the pizza stone is thoroughly hot.
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To prepare the Remoulade, combine all listed ingredients in a food processor and blend until a smooth consistency is achieved. Set aside. This step can conveniently be done a day in advance; store the Remoulade in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Prepare all your pizza topping ingredients, ensuring they are diced and ready for assembly.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape. Carefully remove the preheated pizza stone from the oven and transfer the rolled dough onto it. Working quickly, layer the toppings in the following sequence: pizza sauce, diced bell pepper, diced tomato, sliced mushrooms, shrimp, and finally, shredded mozzarella cheese. Return the pizza stone to the oven and bake at 450°F (232°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted. Remove the pizza from the oven.
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To serve, slice the pizza and generously drizzle the prepared Remoulade over each slice. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor and color. This recipe yields one large, delicious pizza.
Notes
The calorie estimation provided is approximate and does not include the Remoulade sauce.