Mushroom Pizza Sauce Recipe
Why settle for bland tomato paste when you can drown your taste buds in this savory mushroom pizza sauce? It’s earthy, rich, and bold enough to make your pizza forget all about pepperoni. Whether you’re slathering it on dough or using it as a dipping sauce, this velvety concoction guarantees a flavor bomb. Pro tip: Don’t skimp on the mushrooms unless disappointment is your dinner plan.
Mushroom Pizza Sauce Recipe
An earthy, savory mushroom pizza sauce packed with bold flavors and a velvety texture for an unforgettable pizza experience.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 pound mushrooms sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup plant-based or regular cream optional for a creamy twist
Instructions
- Heat oil: Warm olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté onions: Add onions and cook until translucent for about 4 minutes.
- Garlic and mushrooms: Toss in garlic and mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms release moisture and turn golden brown, around 10 minutes.
- Season: Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and thyme, stirring well.
- Deglaze: Pour in balsamic vinegar to scrape up the tasty brown bits from the pan.
- Add liquids: Stir in vegetable broth and tomato paste, mixing until smooth.
- Simmer: Lower heat and simmer for 8 minutes until thickened.
- Optional cream: Stir in cream for a creamy variation.
- Cool and use: Allow to cool before spreading over pizza or storing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – ¼ cup):
- Calories: 70
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin D: 15%
- Iron: 8%
- Calcium: 3%
- Vitamin B6: 10%
- Potassium: 12%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Mushroom variety: Mix cremini and portobello mushrooms for a deeper flavor.
- Texture tweak: Blend the sauce for a smoother finish or keep it chunky for a rustic vibe.
