Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to creating the ultimate clam chowder pizza. This article offers a tantalizing journey through the world of flavors, providing you with all the essential knowledge and tips to craft a pizza that harmoniously blends the comforting flavors of classic clam chowder with the crispy, cheesy goodness of pizza. Whether you're a seasoned pizza connoisseur or a novice cook, we'll embark on a step-by-step journey to create a masterpiece that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So, grab your apron, preheat your oven, and prepare to dive into the delicious depths of clam chowder pizza.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CLAM-CHOWDER PIZZA
The clam pizza is thought to have been born in New Haven at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, in the middle of the last century, and has since made its way south to New York City. My recipe honors no one particular preparation but does pay homage to the clam pan roasts of the Grand Central Oyster Bar. It uses as sauce the building blocks of a classic clam chowder - alliums slowly fried with bacon, then infused with clam juice and wine, reduced to a glaze and thickened with cream - and tops it with chopped clams, lemon zest and a spray of hot pepper flakes. This makes for a heavy pie. If you're having a hard time moving it around on the pizza peel before baking, place a sheet of parchment paper beneath the dough, which will help when you slide the pie to the hot surface of the baking stone in the oven.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories pizza and calzones, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place a pizza stone or tiles on the middle rack of your oven, and turn heat to its highest setting. Let it heat for at least an hour.
- Put the clams in a large, heavy Dutch oven, add about 2 cups of water and 3/4 cup of the wine, then set over medium-high heat. Cover, and cook until clams have opened, approximately 10 to 15 minutes. (Clams that fail to open after 15 to 20 minutes should be discarded.) Strain clam broth through a sieve lined with cheesecloth or doubled-up paper towels, and set aside. Remove clams from shells, chop roughly and set aside.
- Rinse out the pot, and return it to the stove. Add butter, and turn heat to medium low. Add bacon, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fat has rendered and the bacon has started to brown, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove bacon from fat, and set aside.
- Add the leeks to the fat, and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, then add the garlic and half of the parsley. Continue cooking and stirring until the leeks are soft but not brown, about 5 minutes more.
- Stir in the remaining wine and approximately 1 cup of the reserved clam stock (save the rest for another use), and continue cooking until the liquids have reduced almost to syrup.
- Add cream and black pepper. Let the mixture come to a bare simmer, then allow to reduce and thicken, then add reserved clams and remove from heat. (You can do all this the day before you make the pizza, then refrigerate until ready to use.)
- Make the pizza. Lightly flour a work surface, and stretch or roll the dough into a 12-inch round. Place on a lightly floured pizza peel or rimless baking sheet. Using a pastry brush or a spoon, lightly paint the surface of the dough with some of the cream from the clams, leaving a half-inch border all around. Then top the pizza with the chopped clams, bacon and leeks, and the cheese. (If there is any remaining liquid, you can lightly - lightly! - drizzle the pie with it.)
- Shake the pizza peel slightly to make sure the dough is not sticking. (Gently lift any sections that are sticking, and sprinkle the peel with flour.) Carefully slide the pizza directly onto the baking stone in one quick, forward-and-back motion. Cook until the crust has browned on the bottom and the top is bubbling and browning in spots, about 7 minutes. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley, the lemon zest and red-pepper flakes to taste, then serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 415, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 665 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
SHRIMP AND CLAM PIZZA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put a pizza stone or an inverted baking sheet on the middle oven rack and preheat to 450 degrees F. Press and stretch the pizza dough into a 10-by-14-inch rectangle on a floured piece of parchment; scatter the shallot on top. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and rub into the dough, gently pressing in the shallot; season with salt and pepper. Transfer the dough (on the parchment) onto the hot stone. Bake until the crust is golden, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring the wine, 1 tablespoon olive oil and the garlic to a simmer in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the clams, cover and cook until they open, about 6 minutes; transfer to a cutting board using a slotted spoon. (Discard any unopened clams.) Continue simmering the liquid until reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the clams from their shells and chop.
- Pulse the parsley with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and the lemon zest in a mini food processor until chopped. Add the clam cooking liquid (with the garlic) and pulse until thickened.
- Spread the parsley sauce on the baked crust. Top with the clams and shrimp; lightly season with salt and pepper. Return to the oven until the shrimp is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Top with more parsley.
WHITE CLAM PIZZA
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the clams, the reserved clam juice, olive oil, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper. Set aside.
- Spread the pizza dough into a large oval on a baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the mozzarella and half of the Pecorino Romano. Scatter over the clam mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge of the dough.
- Bake until the crust is golden and crisp, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer to a cutting board and sprinkle over the remaining Pecorino Romano, some fresh oregano leaves and more red pepper flakes. Slice and serve.
NEW HAVEN CLAM PIZZA
This appetizer is the perfect start to any meal. It's always been a big hit with our family and friends. -Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the flour, salt and oil; beat until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 15-20 minutes., Punch dough down. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased 14-in. pizza pan; build up edges slightly. Prick dough several times with a fork., Bake at 425° for 6-8 minutes. Sprinkle remaining ingredients over crust in order listed. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is melted. Cut into wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
CLAM PIZZA WITH RED SAUCE
The rustic flavors of homemade red sauce combined with the natural sweetness of the pineapple adds a little twist to this clam pizza.
Provided by CookingWithShelia
Categories Pizza
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minutes. Stir in tomato paste. Add crushed tomatoes and season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer pizza sauce for about 20 minutes.
- While the sauce is simmering, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Brush pizza crust with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and spread with a thin layer of hot pizza sauce. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend. Evenly sprinkle with clams, sun-dried tomatoes, pineapple, and basil. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1091.5 calories, Carbohydrate 123.7 g, Cholesterol 101.7 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 60.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 2838.6 mg, Sugar 30.1 g
Tips:
- Choose Fresh Clams: For the best flavor, use fresh clams whenever possible. If using canned clams, rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Chop Ingredients Evenly: Make sure to chop all of the vegetables and clams evenly so that they cook evenly on the pizza.
- Use a Good Quality Pizza Dough: The type of pizza dough you use will make a big difference in the final product. If you can, make your own dough from scratch or use a high-quality store-bought dough.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pizza: When adding the toppings to the pizza, be sure not to overcrowd it. Otherwise, the pizza will be soggy and difficult to cook evenly.
- Bake the Pizza at a High Temperature: The best way to get a crispy crust on your pizza is to bake it at a high temperature. Aim for a temperature of around 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Conclusion:
Clam chowder pizza is a delicious and unique way to enjoy two classic dishes in one. By following these tips, you can make sure that your clam chowder pizza turns out perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pizza recipe, give clam chowder pizza a try!
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