• Lion’s Mane Steaks with Chimichurri

    I am constantly amazed by the versatility of the Lion’s mane mushroom and it’s ability to transform into almost anything.  From crab cakes to skewers to dinner dishes like this one where the mushroom takes the form of a ‘steak’ and is topped with a punchy, herby chimichurri sauce.   Serve this as a healthy grain bowl or with your favorite sides for a full dinner spread .  The flavor and texture that is achieved in this dish is amazing!   Click here to get all the mushrooms you need for this recipe:   What you will need: 2 medium sized Lions mane mushrooms – ¼ to a scant ½ …

  • Soy Butter Glazed King Trumpet (or Black Pearl) Mushrooms

    This recipe from Woks of Life (one of my favorite go-to websites for authentic Chinese and Chinese-American dishes) has less than 10 ingredients, comes together in under 30 minutes, and is still packed with flavors that will have you going back for another bite and wishing you had made double!  Add some garlic roasted green beans, sesame sugar snap peas, or stir-fried broccoli with ginger to the side, serve on top of rice and voilà! Dinner (or lunch) is served! Click here to get all of the mushrooms you need for this recipe Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon light soy sauce 1/4 teaspoon dark soy sauce (for a…

  • Sweet Corn Succotash with Shiitakes and Sugar Snap Peas

    Stop right here! This dish might just be the dish you have been looking for to accompany all of your summer barbecues…or anything that you might pull off the grill. Chock full of sweet and crunchy summer produce, with pops of earthy Shiitake, and that slightly smoky honey butter glazing everything, it hits all the right notes and then some. (I actually made this as a side dish for lunch one day… it was just as amazing as a standalone!). From Food and Wine Magazine. click here to get all the Shiitakes you need for this recipe Ingredients: 1/2 cup good butter, at room temperature 2 Tablespoons smoked paprika 1…

  • Fancy Pants toast with Shiitake Bacon

    Fancy Pants Toast with Shiitake Bacon

    Sourdough toast, a smear of salted butter, soft scrambled eggs with herbed cream cheese and maple roasted Shiitake mushrooms: AKA “Shiitake Bacon”. It. Is. So. Good. That is all.

  • Little Village Mushrooms Oyster Mushroom Pasta

    Oyster Mushroom Pasta

    With only 7 ingredients (well, 9 if you are counting salt and pepper) this recipe makes it extremely easy to add more mushrooms into your meal routine with such little effort it is almost criminal! This is one of those dishes that is way more than the sum of its parts: it comes together in about 30 minutes with no special ingredients except a half pound of Oyster Mushrooms (let us hook you up with some right here). It is surprisingly decadent, and nicely mushroom forward which in my book makes it the perfect easy and healthy-ish weeknight meal, but also elevated enough to make it worthy of a special…

  • Oyster Mushroom Flatbread with Miso-Parmesean Dressing

    This is my new favorite appetizer… it is delicious, elevated, and extremely easy to put together- the trifecta! The funky combination of the miso and parmesan with the earthy mushrooms is surprisingly addictive. It comes together in about 45 minutes, making it perfect for last minute guests, cocktail parties, a first course to a pasta night, Sunday brunch… pretty much any situation that requires a little something delicious to be served. I like to use oyster mushrooms because of their rich umami flavor, but Maitake would be amazing here! Grab some oyster mushrooms from our online shop to get started on making this flavor packed flatbread. Originally found in the…

  • Chipotle Lion’s Mane Mushroom Hot Dog Recipe

    This mushroom sausage recipe by Turnip Vegan showcases the amazing versatility of the Lion’s mane in a hugely delicious way.  It does take a little bit of time and effort to make it all come together but the results are worth it. Check out more of Turnip Vegan’s amazing recipes here. Hot Dog Ingredients 2 cups of chopped lion’s mane mushroom (about 6-7 oz) 1/4 cup nutritional yeast 2 cups + 2 tbsp vital wheat gluten 3 tsp of onion powder 3 tsp of granulated garlic 1 tsp dried rosemary 2 tsp oregano 1 tsp black pepper 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 2 tsp ground mustard 2 tsp red pepper flakes 1…

  • Lion’s Mane ‘crab cakes’ with chipotle mayo and grilled corn relish

    This ‘crab’ cake adapted from Forager Chef’s stellar recipe is so versatile it would be a great vehicle for a variety of different toppings or preparations.  These are a couple of my favorite ways to enjoy them. Makes 4-6 burger sized cakes or about 11 mini cakes Ingredients Mushrooms 1 lb Lions mane or other Hericium mushrooms like Comb’s tooth ¼ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons water Crab cake mix ¼ cup minced scallion ¼ cup minced red bell pepper ½ cup panko breadcrumbs ¼ cup high fat mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chopped herbs like cilantro, tarragon, or Italian parsley 1 tablespoon worcesterchire, mushroom ketchup, or similar 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, Cajun…

  • Pulled Pork-style Blue Oysters with creamy coleslaw 

    This recipe is adapted from a recipe by Zach Papaleoni of Spore to Fork in Syracuse, NY. I Changed the slaw up a bit, but the BBQ pulled oyster mushrooms are all his delicious creation. This is an awesome vegetarian rendition of a pulled pork sandwich! Check out more great mushroom recipes from Spore to Fork here. Yield: 6-8 sandwiches Ingredients for slaw7-8 cups of shredded red and/or green cabbage or 1 (14oz bag) of coleslaw mix  1 cup plain yogurt 1/2 cup packed cilantro 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 3 scallions (white and pale green parts) 2…

  • Maple Garlic Lion’s Mane Skrimpz

    This recipe of Turnip Vegan’s is sure to convert event the biggest skeptic.  Try with different sauces, or make a full meal with steamed jasmine rice and garlic roasted green beans or broccoli.   For the younger set try a ‘nugget bar’ – serve a plate of Lion’s mane nuggets with all the dipping sauces. Turnip Vegan has a wealth of super creative, vegan recipes on his website- click here to check it out. 8oz Lion’s mane, give or take  Maple Garlic Sauce Ingredients 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup liquid amino or soy sauce 1  1/2 tsp minced garlic  1 Tbsp chili oil 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar Wet Batter Ingredients 1 cup…