Lion’s Mane Mushroom Crab Cake Recipe

Get ready to elevate your culinary game with the culinary wonder that is Lion’s Mane mushrooms! These beauties are not just visually stunning; they bring a rich, seafood-like flavor and meaty texture that can transform any dish. Whether sautéed to golden perfection or grilled for that smoky essence, Lion’s Mane mushrooms add a touch of gourmet magic to your recipes. Now, let’s talk health benefits – because indulging in deliciousness should also nourish your body! Lion’s Mane mushrooms are a powerhouse of goodness, offering a protein punch, fiber boost, and essential amino acids. But it doesn’t stop there – these mushrooms are packed with antioxidants, supporting your immune system and promoting overall well-being. Some even say they have potential cognitive perks, making them a must-add to your kitchen repertoire.

This Lion’s Mane mushroom crab cake recipe is a great way whip up delicious plant based meals that are packed with nutrients and will impress your friends and family. These crab cakes have all the staple ingredients and flavors or traditional crab cakes so you’ll barely even notice you’ve made the swap. So grab your old bay seasoning and your Lions Mane and let’s make these delicious treats.

Lions Mane Mushroom Crab Cake Recipe

Serves: 6-8
Prep time: 45 min (includes chilling for 30 minutes)
Cook time: 20 min

Ingredients

6 oz lion’s mane mushroom
1 tsp Old bay seasoning
Hawaiian Rolls
2 tbsp chopped Parsley
1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp chopped chives or green onion
1 large egg
1 lemon (sliced into 4)
Dash hot sauce
3 tbsp mayo
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4oz tartar sauce

Directions
Finely shred the lion’s mane mushroom and place in a bowl. Heat a up a medium pan with a thin layer of oil. Once heated add the mushrooms and cooking until the water has come out. Press on the mushrooms down while cooking to help press out the water.

Once the lions mane is cooked, place back in the bowl and let cool. In the meantime chop parsley, onion or chives and slice lemon. Once the mushrooms have cooled a bit, mix in the mayo, egg, hot sauce, mustard old bay spice, parsley, onion and breadcrumbs and combine well together. Shape batter into 2 inch patties and place on a sheet pan. Refrigerate the patties for 30 minutes to let ingredients marinade together.

When patties are ready take out of the fridge and pre heat a pan or air fryer.

If cooking in a pan, layer it with a light coating of oil and cook patties in batches replenishing oil as needed. To cook the patties cook 2-3 min on each side or until browned.

If cooking in air fryer, preheat to 400. Coat the air fryer with oil and the patties once added in. Cook patties for 7-9 minutes.