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Lion’s Mane mushroom crab cakes served with lemon and sauce.

Lion’s Mane Mushroom Recipe

This Lion’s Mane Mushroom Recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy the delicious, meaty texture of this unique mushroom. With just a few simple ingredients like garlic, herbs, and butter or olive oil, you can create a flavorful dish in 15 minutes. Perfect as a side dish, toast topping, or pasta addition
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 35 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 cups **Lion’s Mane mushrooms** torn into bite-sized pieces
  • - 2 tbsp **olive oil** or **butter**
  • - 2 cloves **garlic** minced
  • - 1 tsp **fresh thyme** or **rosemary** chopped
  • - ½ tsp **salt**
  • - ¼ tsp **black pepper**
  • - ½ tsp **lemon juice** optional

Instructions
 

  • **Heat a skillet** over medium heat and add **olive oil or butter**.
  • **Add the mushrooms** in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for **3-4 minutes** until golden brown.
  • **Flip the pieces** and cook for another **2-3 minutes**.
  • **Stir in garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper**. Cook for **1 minute**.
  • **Remove from heat** and add a splash of lemon juice for freshness.

Notes

- Avoid washing the mushrooms with water—use a dry brush or paper towel instead.
- For extra crispiness, cook over medium-high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- This dish pairs well with pasta, rice, or as a toast topping.
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