Shanghai Crab Pizza

Shanghai Crab Pizza combines the delicate flavors of fresh crab meat with a crispy, golden crust, creating a delightful fusion of Chinese and Italian cuisines. Topped with aromatic herbs and a hint of spice, this high-protein dish is perfect for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Fresh crab meat - 150 grams
• Mozzarella cheese (shredded) - 100 grams
• Chinese five-spice powder - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. In a bowl, combine the fresh crab meat, mozzarella cheese, Chinese five-spice powder, soy sauce, green onions, red chili flakes, garlic, ginger, olive oil, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Spread the crab mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from crab meat, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and crab, beneficial for heart health.

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