Polish-style open sandwich with mushrooms, cheese, and savory toppings, made quickly in the air fryer.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Bread Base
01 - 1 demi-baguette or 1/2 French baguette, halved lengthwise
→ Mushroom Mixture
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
03 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
04 - 7 ounces white or cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
05 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - Pinch of salt and black pepper
→ Toppings
08 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons ketchup
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onions
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
→ Optional Additions
12 - 2 tablespoons sliced pickles or pickled cucumbers
13 - 2 tablespoons sliced cooked ham or sausage (omit to keep vegetarian)
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat the air fryer to 360°F for 3 minutes.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add onions and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown and moisture has evaporated, about 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute. Remove from heat.
03 - Place baguette halves cut-side up on a board. Spread a thin layer of ketchup evenly over each half.
04 - Spoon the mushroom mixture evenly over each baguette half. Top with shredded mozzarella and sprinkle with dried oregano if desired.
05 - Carefully place the prepared baguette halves in the air fryer basket. Cook at 360°F for 5 to 7 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots.
06 - Remove from the air fryer. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions. Add sliced pickles or optional cooked ham/sausage if desired. Slice and serve immediately while hot.
