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Maitake Mushroom Steak

These maitake steaks are so tender, juicy and MEATY in texture! Who knew, humble mushrooms could be so satisfying! It’s also very easy to make these main-dish-worthy mushrooms. 15 minutes and 6 ingredients are all you need!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 200 grams maitake mushrooms
  • potato starch for dusting or cornstarch
  • 20 grams vegan butter
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1/2 tbsp mirin see Ingredient Notes for substitution
  • black pepper to taste

for garnish (optional)

  • sesame seeds
  • chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Lightly dust maitake mushrooms with potato starch.
    an image of maitake mushrooms coated in potato starch
  • Heat vegan butter in a frying pan, and cook the mushrooms on medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
    Cooking Tip: Use a spatula or a potato masher to flatten the mushrooms. Keep pressing down on them the entire time they're cooking. This way, you get a more even sear and crisp on them.
    After 5 minutes, flip the mushrooms over and cook for an additional 3 minutes, until browned and crispy on the edges.
    an image of maitake mushrooms in a pan
  • Once the mushrooms are seared, reduce the heat to low, and add soy sauce, mirin and black pepper. Stir and coat both sides of the mushrooms with the sauce.
  • Plate and garnish with sesame seeds and parsley (optional). Enjoy!
    an image of vegan mushroom steak plated with asparagus and salad