Spicy Ragu Stuffed Mushrooms

Spicy Ragu Stuffed Mushrooms are a mouth watering appetiser featuring juicy mushroom caps filled with a rich, savoury mix of vegetables, peppers, and bacon, topped with a hint of chilli heat. Perfect for any occasion, these flavour-packed bites are both satisfying and elegant.

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings Portions

Ingredients

8 large mushrooms such as portobello or large button mushrooms
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion finely diced
1 clove garlic minced
1 small red bell pepper finely diced
2 rashers smoked bacon finely chopped
1 small carrot finely diced
1 stalk celery finely diced
1 tsp tomato puree
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp chilli flakes adjust to taste
salt to taste
pepper to taste
2 tbsp breadcrumbs optional, for texture

Instructions

Prepare the Mushrooms

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Clean the mushrooms and carefully remove the stems, setting them aside for the filling. Hollow out the caps slightly with a spoon if needed, creating space for the ragu.
8 large mushrooms

Make the Ragu Filling

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
1 tbsp olive oil
Add the onion and garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
1 small onion, 1 clove garlic
Stir in the carrot, celery and red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
1 small red bell pepper, 1 small carrot, 1 stalk celery
Add the chopped bacon and mushroom stems. Cook for another 4–5 minutes until the bacon is lightly browned.
2 rashers smoked bacon
Stir in the tomato puree, oregano and a pinch of chilli flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavours to blend.
1 tsp tomato puree, 1 tsp dried oregano, ½ tsp chilli flakes, salt, pepper
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly before using.

Assemble and Bake

Place the mushroom caps on a lined baking tray. Fill each cap generously with the ragu mixture.
Optionally, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for added texture.
2 tbsp breadcrumbs
Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the filling is golden.

Serve

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with extra chilli flakes for garnish, if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

These mushrooms pair beautifully with a crisp side salad or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for an extra layer of flavour.

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