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Lions mane mushroom turn into a perfectly seared steak!

Lions Mane Mushroom Steaks with Chimichurri

Justine Colbert
Delicious Mushroom Steaks made out of medicinal lion's mane mushroom with authentic Chimichurri sauce, vegan and gluten free
5 from 5 votes
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Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, latin american, Mediterranean, Spanish
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Lions mane mushrooms

Marinade:

  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2-3 tbsp avocado oil more for cooking
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp flakey salt sub 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes

Chimichurri:

  • 1 cup flat leaf parsley about 1 handful finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano chopped
  • 3 shallots or 1/4 cup red onion minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar sub extra lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes adjust based on desired spice level

Instructions
 

  • Start by making your Chimichurri by adding all the ingredients into a bowl and mix together, then set aside.
  • Combine the marinade ingredients into a bowl or medium sized glass container, mix until well combined and set aside.
  • Then heat a skillet or pan on low-medium heat. (I like to use a cast iron or nonstick ceramic for this.)
  • Add a few teaspoons of avocado oil and your lions mane mushroom.
  • Use tongs to press down on it and let it cook for a few minutes. Use the back of plate (the heavier the better) to press down the mushroom.
    Then flipping on each side for several minutes until it’s pressed down into a flat steak. Add more avocado oil if needed.
  • Repeat the process with the other lions mane mushroom until you have two “steak like” pieces.
Then place your lion mane "steaks" into the marinade container (one at a time, depending on the size of your mushrooms and container) spoon on the marinade to coat it on each side.
    If using a container, close the lid and shake up the marinade until it’s well coated.
Let mushrooms marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
  • Heat the skillet on medium heat and add a few more tsp of avocado oil.
  • Then add the mushroom steaks back into the skillet.
  • Add in any remaining marinate marinate and a little oil if needed.
  • Cook on each side for about 5 minutes on each side, using tongs to flip and use the back of the plate for a few minutes on each side. Once thoroughly cooked remove and plate.
  • Top with Chimichurri sauce and enjoy!
  • I like to serve with quinoa to complete the meal and add protein.
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