Clam Pizza Recipe
Fresh clams, Calabrese peppers, garlic, and Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Toppings
- 5
Clean Clams
Thoroughly rinse the fresh clams under cold water to remove any grit or sand.
- 6
Chop Vegetables
Finely chop the Calabrese peppers and mince the garlic cloves.
- 7
Sauté Toppings
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped Calabrese peppers and sauté for another 2-3 minutes.
Assemble and Bake
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 9
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and place it on a floured surface. Roll or stretch it into a round shape to fit your pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 10
Add Toppings
Spread the sautéed garlic and Calabrese peppers evenly over the dough. Distribute the cleaned clams over the top and sprinkle with grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Garnish and Serve
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, slice, and serve hot.
