Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is half the fun! Here’s what you’ll need:
- 2 lobster tails, cooked and diced
- 1 pound potato gnocchi, cooked according to package instructions
- 2 pre-made flatbread crusts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or your favorite store-bought variety)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
If you’re unable to find lobster, shrimp makes a great substitute, bringing a similar sweetness to the dish. And for a twist, try swapping the BBQ sauce for a spicy marinara — it’s an easy way to change up the flavor profile!
Instructions
Now let’s bring this dish to life:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a small pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Brush each flatbread crust with the garlic-infused olive oil, ensuring you cover the edges for an extra burst of flavor.
- Spread a generous layer of BBQ sauce over each flatbread, using the back of a spoon to reach all corners.
- Top each flatbread with the cooked potato gnocchi, distributing evenly across the surface.
- Add the diced lobster, followed by the sliced red onion and red bell pepper.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top, ensuring each bite will have a gooey, cheesy finish.
- Place the flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
As you prepare this dish, remember my grandmother’s advice: cook with all your senses. Listen for the sizzle, watch for the cheese to bubble, and savor the aromas that fill your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International