Portobello Mushroom Bacon – Vegan Bacon
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4.4
Portobello Mushroom Bacon – Vegan Bacon
Description
This recipe transforms portobello mushroom slices into vegan bacon by cutting them thinly and marinating both sides in a mixture of maple syrup, liquid smoke, salt, and black pepper. After marinating for at least 15 minutes per side, the mushrooms are cooked in olive oil over medium heat until they develop a browned surface and crispy edges, emulating the look and texture of bacon.
The combination of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors from the marinade mimics bacon's taste profile, while the frying process enhances the mushrooms’ natural umami. This vegan bacon works well layered in classic BLT-style sandwiches, paired with lettuce and tomato on toasted whole grain bread, optionally spread with vegan mayonnaise.
The cooked mushroom bacon keeps refrigerated for up to three days, making it convenient for meal prep or quick additions to breakfasts or sandwiches throughout the week.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- portobello mushroom one large, washed and patted dry
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
- salt sea salt, to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl that is large enough to marinate the mushroom slices combine the liquid smoke, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Cut the mushroom into thin strips, no more than a ¼ of an inch thick, and marinate both sides in the liquid mixture. At least 15 minutes per side.
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet and cook the mushrooms for approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. They should be browned and the edges.should be crispy.
- Notes
- For a Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich toast two pieces of whole grain bread. Add lettuce, sliced tomato, the mushroom bacon, and salt and pepper if desired. You can also spread some vegan mayo on the toast for added flavor.
Notes
- Store cooked mushroom bacon covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a BLT sandwich, toast whole grain bread and add lettuce, tomato, mushroom bacon, and vegan mayo if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 124 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 60g | |
| Calories | 124kcal | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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