Mushroom Pizza Bites: Perfect for Wine & Kids!
Follow Chef Lee Jung-hyun’s ‘Pyeonstorang’ Recipe! Easy & Delicious Mushroom Pizza (Great as Wine Appetizer, Kid’s Snack, or Party Finger Food)
Let’s recreate Chef Lee Jung-hyun’s special mushroom pizza from the TV show ‘Pyeonstorang’ right at home! This pizza is incredibly delicious and surprisingly simple to make. Its delightful taste makes it a fantastic choice for an adult wine accompaniment, a special treat for kids, or an elegant finger food for your next home party. Enjoy this easy and satisfying recipe!
Mushroom Pizza Ingredients- 10 fresh button mushrooms
- 1/4 onion
- 1 strip thick-cut bacon
- 2 Tbsp minced green onion (or bell pepper)
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 10 sliced black olives
- 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
- Pinch of dried parsley flakes
Special Pizza Sauce- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 0.5 Tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of black pepper
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 0.5 Tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of black pepper
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s gather all the ingredients for our delicious mushroom pizza. Chef Lee Jung-hyun’s original recipe uses bell pepper, but I’ve substituted it with minced green onions for a delightful crunch and fresh flavor. Feel free to experiment with other vegetables you enjoy!
Step 2
Gently remove the stems from the fresh button mushrooms. Carefully peel the outer skin from the mushroom caps for a cleaner presentation and texture.
Step 3
Finely mince the removed mushroom stems, the onion, green onion, bacon, and garlic. The original recipe calls for garlic powder, but I’ve opted for fresh minced garlic to add a more robust flavor.
Step 4
For the cheddar cheese, lightly score the surface with the back of a knife or a spatula. This scoring helps the cheese separate easily after removing the plastic wrap, ensuring even melting.
Step 5
Now, let’s make our pizza sauce! In a small bowl, combine 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic, 2 Tbsp of ketchup, 0.5 Tbsp of olive oil, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined to create our flavorful pizza sauce.
Step 6
Melt 0.5 Tbsp of butter in a pot over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the minced mushroom stems, onion, green onion, bacon, and garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the ingredients are fragrant and slightly softened, releasing their wonderful aromas.
Step 7
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Melt the remaining 0.5 Tbsp of butter in a frying pan. Place the cleaned mushroom caps, gill-side down, into the pan and sear for 1 minute. Then, carefully flip them over and immediately turn off the heat. This partial cooking adds a nice texture.
Step 8
Spread the prepared pizza sauce evenly over the cooked mushroom caps. Next, spoon the sautéed vegetable mixture onto each mushroom. Generously top with the sliced cheddar cheese, and finally, arrange the sliced black olives decoratively on top.
Step 9
Cover the pan with a lid and cook over very low heat until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly. Be careful not to cook over high heat, as this can burn the mushrooms. Patience is key for that perfect melt!
Step 10
Oh, the aroma is amazing! The cheese is beautifully melted and golden, looking incredibly appetizing. It’s perfectly melted, even starting to ooze slightly!
Step 11
Carefully transfer the finished mushroom pizzas to a serving plate. Sprinkle a pinch of dried parsley flakes over the top for a final touch of color and flavor. These are delightful bite-sized pizzas. The rich mushroom flavor and tender texture are absolutely delicious. Enjoy making and savoring these wonderful treats!
