This recipe transforms Lion's Mane mushrooms into crispy, flavorful "crab" cakes packed with savory spices. Serve them with a simple vegan mayo and cocktail sauce dip for a delicious plant-based twist on a classic appetizer.
Prepare "Flax Egg" by combining flaxmeal and water together and mixing well. Set aside for 3 minutes to thicken.
1 tsp Ground Flax Seed, 3 tsp Water
Gently remove any debris from the mushroom with a paper towel.
12 oz Fresh Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Pull apart mushroom into smaller pieces and add to food processor.
Dice onion and pepper and add to food processor
1 Small Yellow Onion, 1 Red Pepper
Add all seasonings, mayo, and breadcrumbs to the food processor.
2 tsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 1 tsp Garlic Powder, 1 tsp Italian Seasoning, 1 tsp Furikake, 2 tsp Old Bay Seasoning, ¼ cup Vegan Mayo, ½ cup Italian Breadcrumbs
Add flax egg to food processor
Close the food processor lid and pulse a few times to start mixing everything together. Then blend for a few seconds until the mixture has a coarse, sandy texture.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
½ cup Preferred Oil
Form "crab cake" mixture into small patties and place in skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy to your liking. May need to reduce heat to medium-low if browning too quickly.
Prepare Dipping Sauce
Prepare dipping sauce by mixing desired amounts of vegan mayo and cocktail sauce together.