Mushroom pizza with chorizo
4 servings
60 minutes
Mushroom pizza with chorizo is a harmony of the rich flavor of smoked sausage and tender, aromatic mushrooms. This recipe originated in Europe, where chorizo is valued for its spiciness and mushrooms for their rich texture. The thin crust serves as a base for an incredible combination of ingredients, while Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheese add creaminess and depth of flavor. Baked to a crispy crust, this pizza surprises with its balance of spiciness, saltiness, and umami. Perfect for cozy evenings with a glass of red wine or friendly gatherings when you crave something unusual yet comforting. Enjoy!
1
Preheat the oven to 230 degrees. Place the baking tray to heat up.
2
Remove the casing from the chorizo.
- Chorizo: 200 g
3
Heat the pan well and add the chorizo. Fry until browned, stirring, for about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Chorizo: 200 g
4
Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, chopped mushrooms, salt, and pepper to the pan, and cook for about 10 minutes until the mushrooms are browned.
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh mushrooms: 250 g
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
5
Roll out the dough into a circle, about 25-30 cm.
6
Grease a hot baking tray with olive oil and carefully place the dough. Top with chorizo, then mushrooms, and sprinkle with grated cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for about 15 minutes until golden.
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Chorizo: 200 g
- Fresh mushrooms: 250 g
- Monterey Jack cheese: 50 g
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 60 g
- Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
