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lions mane taco

Lion’s Mane Mushroom Tacos With Avocado Crema

Gluten-Free
Vegetarian

With their meaty texture and health benefits, lion's mane mushrooms offer a flavorful, plant-based twist on a classic dish.

lions mane taco
  • Makes4 servings
  • Prep Time10 minutes, plus 30 minutes inactive if using dried mushrooms
  • Cook Time20 minutes
  • 14 oz. fresh lion’s mane mushrooms (or 2½ oz. dried)
  • 3 tbs. avocado oil
  • 2 tbs. soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • 8 6-in. corn tortillas
  • ¼ cup diced white onion
  • 2 small radishes, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Avocado Crema

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Juice of a lime
  • ½ jalapeño, seeds removed
  • ½ cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • ¼ tsp. sea salt

(If you’re using dried mushrooms, soak them in 2 cups warm water for 30 minutes. Remove the mushrooms from the broth, rinse, and pat dry. Strain the broth and save it for future use.)

Prepare the avocado crema:
STEP 1
Scoop the flesh of the avocado into the bowl of a food processor. Add the lime juice, jalapeño, yogurt, cilantro, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
STEP 2
Tear the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
STEP 3
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the avocado oil.
STEP 4
Add the mushrooms, soy sauce, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and browned, about six to eight minutes.
STEP 5
Preheat a smaller pan to medium heat.
STEP 6
Add the corn tortillas to the hot pan one at a time and lightly toast for about one minute, flipping halfway.
Assemble the tacos:
STEP 1
Fill the warm tortillas with the mushrooms; top with avocado crema, diced onion, sliced radishes, and fresh cilantro.
STEP 2
Serve with a lime wedge.

Photographer: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson

Maddie Augustin is a Minneapolis-based recipe developer.

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