Air Fryer Sausage Pizza (Scallion Pancake Crust)
Skip the dough and satisfy your pizza cravings in under 30 minutes with this clever hack using a scallion pancake crust, topped with savory sausage and melted cheese.
When you want the comfort of pizza without the hassle of kneading dough, this air fryer recipe is a true game-changer. By using a scallion pancake as the base, you achieve a beautifully flaky, golden crust that holds up perfectly to a rich layer of tomato sauce, sweet mixed vegetables, and savory sausage. Its a quick, family-friendly snack or light meal that requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 scallion pancake
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup mixed vegetable kernels (carrots, corn, peas)
- 1 sausage
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- 1Prepare the crust
Take a scallion pancake and roll up the outer edges to create a slightly raised crust edge, which will help contain the toppings.
Tip: If the pancake is cold, let it sit for a few minutes so it becomes pliable and easy to shape without tearing. - 2Dock the dough
Using a fork, poke numerous small holes evenly across the central flat surface of the scallion pancake. This technique, known as docking, prevents the base from puffing up unevenly during the initial bake.
Tip: Ensure you poke through the dough completely for better air circulation. - 3Pre-bake the crust
Place the prepared dough base into the air fryer basket and bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes to crisp the crust.
Tip: Keep a close eye on the crust during the last few minutes to ensure it reaches a golden-brown color without burning. - 4Apply tomato sauce
Once the crust is pre-baked, remove it from the air fryer and use a silicone brush to evenly coat the surface with a layer of tomato sauce.
Tip: Spread the sauce right up to the rolled edges for consistent flavor in every bite. - 5Add vegetables
Sprinkle a generous amount of mixed vegetable kernels, such as diced carrots, corn, and peas, over the tomato sauce layer.
Tip: Pat the thawed vegetables dry with a paper towel before adding them to prevent the pizza from becoming soggy. - 6Arrange the sausages
Arrange the sliced sausages evenly across the top of the vegetable layer to ensure every slice of pizza will have delicious sausage.
Tip: Space the slices out evenly so the toppings are balanced across the entire pizza. - 7Add cheese layer
Take the assembled pizza with tomato sauce, mixed vegetable kernels, and sliced sausages, and sprinkle a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Tip: For a better melt, ensure the cheese is at room temperature before sprinkling. - 8Bake the pizza
Once all toppings are added, push the air fryer basket back into the machine. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Tip: Watch the pizza towards the end of the cooking time to ensure the cheese turns a perfect golden brown without burning.
