Shrimp and Roasted Garlic Pizza
Shrimp and roasted garlic both lean savory and sweet, so the pairing doubles down on what each does best instead of competing.
Succulent, sweet shrimp bring a taste of the coast to pizza with delicate briny flavor and tender bite. Slow-roasted garlic cloves become impossibly sweet, mellow, and spreadably soft. On a Calabrian Chili Oil Base base, the sauce's fruity heat and smoky character ties the two together.
How they taste together
- Shrimp (savory, sweet): Succulent, sweet shrimp bring a taste of the coast to pizza with delicate briny flavor and tender bite.
- Roasted Garlic (sweet, savory, rich): Slow-roasted garlic cloves become impossibly sweet, mellow, and spreadably soft.
Best Sauces for This Pairing
Pizzas with This Combo
Shrimp Scampi
San Marzano Red Sauce
“This sea-kissed pizza starts with San Marzano Red sauce and tops it with Shrimp, Roasted Garlic, Lemon Zest, and Chili Flakes finished with a drizzle of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, delivering a upscale experience suited to sunny summer days.”
Calabrian Shrimp & Garlic
Calabrian Chili Oil Base
“This sea-kissed pizza starts with Calabrian Chili Oil sauce and tops it with Shrimp, Roasted Garlic, Cherry Tomatoes, and Fresh Basil, delivering a rustic experience suited to sunny summer days.”
Vodka Shrimp & Basil
Vodka Cream Sauce
“Featuring Shrimp, Fresh Basil, Cherry Tomatoes, and Roasted Garlic over Vodka Cream sauce, this sophisticated pizza is a bright and briny dream made for peak summer vibes.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What sauce goes best with shrimp and roasted garlic pizza?
Calabrian Chili Oil Base is the strongest match. Its fruity heat, smoky and garlicky profile supports both shrimp and roasted garlic without crowding them. San Marzano Red Sauce is a good second choice if you want a different direction.
What else goes well with shrimp and roasted garlic on pizza?
Sweet corn, lemon zest and scallion each sit comfortably next to this combination. Keep it to a single addition so the shrimp and roasted garlic pairing stays the star.