Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza

Recipe courtesy Bobby Flay

Show: Throwdown with Bobby FlayEpisode: Pizza

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Cook Time:
15 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 servings

Times:

Prep: 25 min
Inactive Prep: 1 hr 35 min
Cook: 15 min
Total:: 2 hr 15 min

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Ingredients

1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
3/4 cup warm water (105 to 115 degrees F)
1 3/4 to 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus additional for kneading and dredging
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons olive oil, plus 1 teaspoon for greasing the bowl
Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
8 ounces buffalo mozzarella, thinly sliced
Grilled Shrimp, recipe follows
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Directions

Whisk together the yeast and 1/4 cup of the water in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes to proof. Place 1 3/4 cups of the flour in a large bowl with the salt. Add the yeast mixture, the remaining water, and oil and stir until combined. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth. Grease a large bowl with the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil, add the dough, and turn to coat. Cover and place in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Preheat the grill to high. Once the dough has risen, divide it in half. Divide each half into 2 balls. Roll each ball into an 8-inch circle. Brush with oil and grill on both sides until golden brown. Spread a few tablespoons of the Cilantro Pesto over each pizza, top with a few slices of buffalo mozzarella, and then top with 4 shrimp and cilantro leaves. Place the pizza on the grill until the cheese melts. Serve hot.

Cilantro Pesto:

3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Grilled Shrimp:

16 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the grill to medium-high.

Brush each shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 1 to 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through (shrimp will be opaque and turn pink).

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recipe Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza
Leanne St. Joseph, MO 07-30-2009
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family favorite!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

We've made this recipe over and over and it's a winner every time! We've always used a wheat store bought crust but it turns... out fabulous! Grilling or even baking make this a tasty, light, delightful dinner. Reheats well for a lunch like no one else has! Add sauteed mushrooms, too!Read more
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Anonymous 09-03-2008
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gourmet yet super easy
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This dish is so good. It seems like we are eating a gourmet meal, and yet is so easy to make. Go Bobby!
recipe Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza
Anonymous 07-10-2008
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Simple and delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

The pesto recipe is practically fool proof, much like the entire recipe, and absolutely delicious. If you're looking to cut... down on time, pre-made crusts work just as well. All in all the meal was a hit with the whole family and the perfect summer dinner to complement an outdoor patio setting.Read more
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DENISE Acton, CA 01-24-2008
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Excellent!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was sooooo good and sooo easy! One of our favorites. I much prefer the cilantro pesto to the typical basil pesto. I... made it with homemade dough, it came out so light and crisp. Really nice flavors. If you have any left overs it's even better the next day. Can't wait to make it for Superbowl. Go Patriots!Read more
recipe Grilled Shrimp and Cilantro Pesto Pizza
Summer Houston, TX 01-14-2008
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WOW
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I had this pizza at a family gathering where we could build our own, I added green onion, black olives and replaced the mozz... with feta, it was the best pizza I have ever eated! Good job Bobby!Read more
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Ronnie McKinleyville, CA 07-10-2007
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Delicious and quick!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

My 14 year old daughter and I made this recipe. It was fresh, fast and healthy! If you have basil and parsley in your garden... this is perfect for a summer evening! You can speed it up even more by buying your dough from a local pizzeria.Read more