Pioppino Mushroom Pan Pizza Recipe
Recipe Intro
This Pioppino Mushroom Pan Pizza combines earthy mushrooms with sweet caramelised onions, roasted garlic, tomato and melted mozzarella on a crisp, golden base. Pioppino mushrooms add a delicate earthy flavour and satisfying texture, making them a delicious alternative to traditional button mushroom pizza toppings.
This pan-cooked pizza is a simple way to enjoy fresh Pioppino mushrooms as part of a comforting lunch, dinner or weekend meal.
Cooking Time
Serves - 2
Prep Time - 30 min
Ingredients
For the Base
Maida – 1¼ cup
Semolina – 2 tbsp
Salt – a generous pinch
Sugar – a pinch
Baking Powder –1 tsp
Oil – 3tbsp
Water – ½ cup
For Mushrooms
Onions, sliced - 1 pc
Sugar - ½ tsp
Balsamic Vinegar - 2 tbsp
Pioppino Mushrooms - a Bunch
For Tomato Concase
Tomatoes, de-skinned, de-seeded and quartered - 1 pc
Oregano Seasoning - 1 tbsp
For Roasted Garlic
Whole Garlic, Halved Horizontally - 1
For Finishing
Pizza Base - 1
Mushroom and caramelised Onion
Tomato Concase
Roasted Garlic
Mozzarella, sliced
Olive Oil - as required
Method
Prepare the Dough
Mix all-purpose flour, semolina, salt, sugar, and baking powder in a bowl. Add oil and mix until crumbly. Gradually knead in water to form a smooth dough, cover, and let it rest.
Cook the Mushrooms and Onions
Sauté sliced onions in oil until translucent. Add sugar and balsamic vinegar to caramelize, then toss in Piopino mushrooms, add a pinch of salt, and cook until tender.
Prepare the Tomato Concasse
Blanch the tomatoes, deseed them, and cut them into quarters. Cook them in oil with salt and oregano seasoning until soft and flavorful.
Roast the Garlic
Slice a whole garlic bulb in half horizontally, drizzle it with oil, and roast until it becomes golden and soft.
Assemble and Cook the Pizza
Roll out the dough, cook one side in a pan until golden, then flip. Layer the base with the mushroom-onion mixture, tomato concasse, roasted garlic and mozzarella. Cover and cook on low heat until the cheese melts and the base turns crispy.
Finish and Serve
Drizzle with olive oil, slice, and serve hot
FAQ's
What are Pioppino Mushroom Pizzas?
A Pioppino Mushroom Pizza is a pizza topped with cooked Pioppino mushrooms, often paired with ingredients such as tomato, cheese, herbs and garlic.
What do Pioppino mushrooms taste like?
Pioppino mushrooms have a delicate earthy and savoury flavour with a pleasant texture.
How do you cook Pioppino mushrooms for pizza?
Sauté the Pioppino mushrooms first until tender, then use them as a pizza topping. This recipe cooks them with caramelised onions and balsamic vinegar before assembly.
Can I make Pioppino pizza in a pan?
Yes. This Shroomery recipe cooks the pizza in a pan and finishes it over low heat until the cheese melts and the base becomes crisp.
What mushrooms work well on pizza?
Pioppino, oyster, cremini, shiitake and other mushrooms can be used depending on the flavour and texture you want. Shroomery's recipe collection includes mushroom pizzas and other mushroom-based dishes across several varieties.
What can I pair with Pioppino mushrooms?
Pioppino pairs well with pasta, pizza, rice, cheese, herbs, garlic and caramelised onions.
