Description
This Vegan Shrimp recipe showcases the magic of king oyster mushrooms, providing a delightful seafood alternative packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups King oyster mushrooms
- 1/3 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Kelp flakes (or nori)
- 0.5 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
- 1 clove Garlic (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Cut the brown caps off the top of the king oyster mushrooms, along with the hard bottom inch.
- Cut for Shape: Slice the mushroom stems into rounds about 1/4 inch thick, then cut the circles into shrimp-like shapes.
- Make the Broth: In a saucepan, combine 1/3 cup of water with kelp flakes, Old Bay seasoning, and salt. Heat until boiling, then pour over the cut mushrooms.
- Marinate: Allow the mushrooms to marinate in the broth for about 20 minutes.
- Sauté the Shrimp: Heat vegan butter in a skillet until melted. Add the marinated ‘shrimp’ and cook for about 3 minutes on each side.
- Enhance Flavor (optional): Add minced garlic during sautéing and sprinkle with paprika. A squeeze of lemon juice adds freshness.
- Serve: Enjoy your Vegan Shrimp as you would traditional shrimp or in your favorite recipes.
Notes
- Prep Time: 21 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
