Zapiekanka

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Authentic Polish zapiekanka is a crispy baguette topped with sautéed mushrooms, melted cheese and ketchup. A delicious Polish street food classic that's easy to make at home!

Prep Time15

Cook Time30

Course: dinner, lunch, Snack

Cuisine: Polish

Servings:

Calories: 301kcal

Author: Agnieszka

Ingredients

2 demi baguettes or sub rolls 9-inch long
1 lb mushrooms white button or baby bella, cleaned
1 yellow onion chopped
8 oz mozzarella cheese grated
1-2 tablespoon whipped cream cheese or other spreadable cheese, such as Boursin
½ teaspoon salt or more, to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper or more
2 spring onions or chives chopped
tomato ketchup for drizzling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grate the mushrooms using the large holes of a box grater. Heat a little oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Add the grated mushrooms, salt and pepper. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are soft and most of their moisture has evaporated.
Let the mushroom mixture cool a little, then stir in ⅔ of the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese.
Assemble the zapiekanki. Slice the baguettes in half lengthwise to make 4 pieces. Divide the mushroom mixture evenly among the baguettes and top with shredded mozzarella.
Place the assembled baguettes on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is crispy. Drizzle with ketchup, sprinkle with chopped green onions or chives, and serve hot.

Notes

I like to grate mushrooms for this recipe but you can also chop them small.

If you want to, you can add various toppings to the zapiekanka before baking it. I like to add sliced ham, kiełbaska or pickle slices.

Crunchy fried onions are a popular topping that you add after baking.

This recipe makes 4 zapiekankas (half a baguette each). Nutritional values are approximate.

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