Isabella's Pantry
Funghi Pizza Tips & Tricks
What is a Funghi Pizza?
A funghi pizza, also known as a mushroom pizza, is a delightful Italian classic that celebrates the earthy flavours of mushrooms combined with creamy cheese. This cheese and mushroom pizza is a vegetarian favourite, offering a perfect balance of textures and tastes. At Italian Street Kitchen, our funghi pizza features a harmonious blend of fior di latte cheese and button mushrooms, enhanced with a fragrant gremolata and aromatic oil infused with rosemary, thyme, and garlic.
The term ‘funghi’ means mushrooms in Italian, and our funghi pizza showcases this versatile ingredient as the star of the show. The combination of mild, creamy cheese and savoury mushrooms creates a comforting and satisfying meal that appeals to both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
Isabella’s Funghi Pizza Tips & Tricks
To create the perfect funghi pizza at home, follow these expert tips from Isabella’s Pantry:
- Choose quality mushrooms: Fresh button mushrooms are ideal, but feel free to experiment with a mix of store-bought wild mushrooms for added depth of flavour.
- Slice mushrooms thinly: This ensures even cooking and prevents excess moisture on your pizza.
- Pre-cook the mushrooms: Sauté the mushrooms before adding them to the pizza to enhance their flavour and reduce moisture.
- Use fior di latte cheese: This fresh mozzarella provides a creamy base that complements the mushrooms perfectly.
- Don’t overload toppings: A light hand with toppings ensures a crispy crust and balanced flavours.
- Drizzle with aromatic oil: A blend of rosemary, thyme, and garlic-infused oil adds an extra layer of flavour.
- Finish with gremolata: This zesty herb mixture adds freshness and brightens the overall taste of the pizza.
Authentic Funghi Pizza with Italian Street Kitchen
At Italian Street Kitchen, we pride ourselves on creating authentic Italian flavours. Our Funghi Pizza is crafted with care, using traditional techniques and high-quality ingredients:
- Handmade dough: Our pizza dough is made fresh daily, fermented for 48 hours for optimal flavour and texture.
- Premium fior di latte: We use only the finest fresh mozzarella for a creamy, melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Locally sourced mushrooms: Our button mushrooms are carefully selected for their freshness and flavour.
- House-made gremolata: A blend of parsley, lemon zest, and garlic adds a zesty finish to the pizza.
- Aromatic oil: Our special blend of rosemary, thyme, and garlic-infused oil elevates the mushroom flavours.
- Wood-fired oven: We bake our funghi pizzas in a traditional wood-fired oven for that perfect crispy crust and smoky flavour.
Isabella’s Other Favourite Italian Pizzas
Our Funghi Pizza is just one of our many favourites at Italian Street Kitchen, with a variety of delicious Italian Pizzas available:
Margherita: A classic combination of tomato sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
Quattro Formaggi: A cheese lover’s dream with four different Italian cheeses.
Prosciutto e Rucola: Topped with prosciutto, arugula, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Diavola: A spicy option featuring hot salami and chilli.
Capricciosa: A medley of ham, artichokes, olives, and mushrooms.
