Jiangsu-style Spicy Seafood Pizza

Ingredients

In this adaptation, we have transformed the traditional Norwegian Pizza Vulkanen into a Jiangsu-style Spicy Seafood Pizza. While the original dish features a hearty combination of cured meats and vegetables, our version focuses on the bold flavors of Jiangsu cuisine. We have replaced the cured meats with a variety of fresh seafood, such as shrimp, scallops, and squid, and infused them with the vibrant spices and seasonings commonly found in Jiangsu dishes. The result is a fusion of Norwegian and Jiangsu cuisines, creating a unique and exciting pizza experience. We alse have the original recipe for Pizza Vulkanen, so you can check it out.

• 1 pizza crust (store-bought or homemade) 1 pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 200g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined 200g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 200g (7 oz) scallops 200g (7 oz) scallops
• 200g (7 oz) squid, cleaned and sliced into rings 200g (7 oz) squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 red chilies, thinly sliced 2 red chilies, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 200g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded 200g (7 oz) mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 6g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 2g
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the shrimp, scallops, squid, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red chilies.
3. 3.
   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
4. 4.
   Pour the soy sauce mixture over the seafood and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
5. 5.
   Roll out the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
6. 6.
   Spread the marinated seafood evenly over the pizza crust.
7. 7.
   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the seafood.
8. 8.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro.
10. 10.
    Slice and serve hot.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Seafood — Make sure to properly clean and devein the shrimp before using. Pat the seafood dry before marinating to ensure maximum flavor absorption.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add more sliced red chilies or sprinkle some chili flakes on top before baking.
• Experiment with different seafood combinations, such as adding mussels or crab meat.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of ginger and chilies.
• Serve with a side of soy sauce mixed with a splash of rice vinegar for dipping.
• If you don't have a pizza crust, you can use a flatbread or naan bread as a base.

Serving advice

Serve the Jiangsu-style Spicy Seafood Pizza hot, straight from the oven. Cut it into slices and enjoy it as a main course or as a shared appetizer. Pair it with a fresh green salad to balance the spiciness.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some additional sliced green onions and cilantro on top of the pizza before serving. The vibrant green colors will add a pop of freshness to the dish.