Homemade Pan-Fried Pizza
Enjoy pizzeria-style results right on your stovetop. This pan-fried pizza features a crispy base, melted buffalo mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms.
Pan-frying pizza is a fantastic way to achieve a wonderfully crispy crust without the need for a high-heat oven. By cooking the dough in a skillet, you gain precise control over the heat, ensuring the base turns golden and crunchy while the toppings melt beautifully. It is a simple, satisfying technique that turns your kitchen into a home pizzeria.
Ingredients
- 1 unit pizza dough
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp mint sauce
- 100 g monkey head mushrooms
- 150 g buffalo mozzarella
- 50 g cherry tomatoes
- 100 g shredded cheese
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tbsp cornmeal
- to taste dried herbs
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1Prepare the pizza dough
Sprinkle cornmeal onto your workspace to prevent the dough from sticking. Place the dough down and gently stretch it out into a flat, circular shape to form the pizza crust.
Tip: Using cornmeal provides a nice texture and ensures the dough releases easily from the counter. - 2Prepare the pan
Heat your pan over medium heat, then use a brush to apply an even layer of oil across the bottom and sides to ensure the pizza does not stick during cooking.
Tip: A well-oiled pan is crucial for achieving a crispy crust. - 3Place dough in the pan
Carefully lift the stretched dough and place it into the heated, oiled pan. Press the dough gently to fit the base of the pan evenly.
Tip: Ensure the dough is distributed evenly for uniform cooking. - 4Apply tomato sauce
Spoon a generous layer of tomato sauce onto the center of the dough and spread it outwards toward the edges, leaving a small border for the crust.
Tip: Avoid spreading the sauce too close to the edge to prevent it from burning. - 5Add mint sauce
Layer a drizzle of homemade mint sauce over the tomato sauce base for a refreshing flavor profile.
Tip: A little goes a long way with mint sauce, so add it sparingly to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. - 6Add mushrooms
Evenly distribute the sliced monkey head mushrooms across the pizza to ensure every slice has a portion of the mushrooms.
Tip: Ensure the mushrooms are thinly sliced for even cooking. - 7Add mozzarella cheese
Take the fresh buffalo mozzarella and break it into smaller clumps, distributing them evenly over the pizza base. The creamy texture of the buffalo mozzarella adds a rich, authentic flavor that complements the other toppings.
Tip: Tear the mozzarella by hand to keep the pieces rustic and uneven, which helps them melt perfectly into the sauce. - 8Top with cherry tomatoes
Place the halved cherry tomatoes across the surface of the pizza. These will roast slightly while cooking, adding bursts of sweetness and acidity.
Tip: Place the cut side of the cherry tomatoes facing up to keep the pizza from getting too watery while it cooks. - 9Add shredded cheese
Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, ensuring even coverage. This will create a delicious, gooey, and golden-brown layer as the pizza cooks.
Tip: Use a blend of cheeses like mozzarella and cheddar for a perfect balance of melt and flavor. - 10Season the pizza
Finally, sprinkle your choice of dried or fresh herbs over the cheese, and finish with a light dusting of freshly ground black pepper to elevate the savory profile of the dish.
Tip: Freshly ground pepper provides a much sharper, more fragrant kick than pre-ground pepper.
