Lion's Mane Mushroom Steaks

A popular vegan or vegetarian steak- even carnivores will love this one. Eat as a "steak" or put it on a bun for a delicious sandwich. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer's market.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 264 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Chef's Knife

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Lion's Mane mushrooms*
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter replace with additional oil for vegan (or vegan butter)
  • salt + pepper to taste
  • smoked paprika optional, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Slice your mushrooms about 1/2 inch thick (thinner or thicker depending on preference).
  • Place your mushroom steaks into a large skillet and turn the heat to LOW. Let them "sweat out" some of their water content for a few minutes on each side. Remove from pan.
  • Add butter and oil to your large skillet over medium high heat. Add the mushrooms steaks, salt, pepper, and paprika and cook until brown, about two minutes on each side.
  • Serve immediately as a steak or on a bun!

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 102mgPotassium: 348mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 6mgIron: 1mg
Keyword mushrooms