Recipe: Lions Mane Vegan Pasta

Lion's Mane mushrooms are a unique and delicious mushroom variety with a seafood-like taste and a meaty texture, making them an excellent addition to a vegan pasta dish. Here's a Lion's Mane vegan pasta recipe that you can try:

Ingredients:

• 8 oz (about 225g) Lion's Mane mushrooms, cleaned and sliced into thin strips
• 8 oz (about 225g) pasta (such as linguine, fettuccine, or your favorite)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or another plant-based milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it's al dente. Drain and set it aside.

2. Sauté the Lion's Mane Mushrooms:

   • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Add the Lion's Mane mushroom strips and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
   • Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set them aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat.
   • Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant.

4. Combine the Ingredients:

   • Return the sautéed Lion's Mane mushrooms to the skillet with the onion and garlic.
   • Pour in the vegetable broth, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
   • Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes, allowing it to thicken. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more almond milk or vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
   • Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Toss with Pasta:

   • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it with the Lion's Mane mushroom sauce, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce.

6. Serve:

   • Divide the Lion's Mane vegan pasta among serving plates.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
   • Serve hot and enjoy your Lion's Mane vegan pasta!

This Lion's Mane vegan pasta is not only delicious but also a great way to enjoy the unique flavors and textures of Lion's Mane mushrooms in a plant-based dish.