Lions Mane Recipes

🍄 Lion's Mane Steaks

Ingredients

• 2 large whole Lion's Mane mushrooms

• Olive oil

• Garlic

• Soy sauce (or tamari)

• Worcestershire sauce

• Smoked paprika

• Salt & pepper

• Fresh thyme or rosemary

Method

1. Slice the Lion's Mane into ¾–1-inch thick "steaks."

2. Whisk together the olive oil, garlic, soy sauce, Worcestershire, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and herbs to make a marinade.

3. Brush both sides of the mushrooms generously.

4. Sear in a hot skillet until deeply browned and tender.

5. Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or over rice.

🧈 Garlic Butter Lion's Mane "Scallops"

Ingredients

• 8 oz Lion's Mane mushrooms, sliced into medallions

• Butter

• Garlic

• Salt & pepper

• Fresh parsley

• Optional squeeze of fresh lemon

Method

1. Cook the slices in a skillet for about 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.

2. Add butter and garlic during the final minutes.

3. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Finish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.

5. Serve as an appetizer or over pasta.

🦀 Lion's Mane "Crab Cakes" (Plant-Based)

Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded Lion's Mane

• ½ cup breadcrumbs

• ¼ cup mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Salt & pepper

• Olive oil for frying

Method

1. Mix all ingredients.

2. Form into patties.

3. Pan-fry over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side until crispy.

4. Serve with lemon wedges, herbs, tartar sauce, or on a bun.