Description
This King Oyster Mushroom Vegan Scallops recipe transforms hearty king oyster mushrooms into delicious, meaty scallop-like medallions using simple seasonings and vegan butter. The mushrooms are sliced, scored, and pan-seared to golden perfection, then finished with garlic and fresh parsley for a flavorful and elegant plant-based seafood alternative.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb large king oyster mushrooms (wiped clean)
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Mushrooms: Cut off the tough lower 1 to 1.5 inches of the mushroom stalks, where the texture becomes firm. Slice the mushrooms into 1 to 1.5 inch thick medallions, keeping the caps intact for cooking.
- Score Mushrooms: Using a paring knife, carefully score the cut sides of the mushroom slices in a checkered pattern, making shallow cuts about 1/8 to 1/4 inch deep to enhance texture and absorb flavors.
- Heat Pan with Vegan Butter: Melt 2 tablespoons of vegan butter in a large cast iron skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the mushrooms.
- Sear Mushrooms Cut Side Down: Place the mushroom slices cut side down in the pan, ensuring they are spaced evenly and not crowded. Sprinkle with garlic powder and sea salt evenly over the mushrooms. Cover the pan with a heavy lid or a second cast iron skillet to extract moisture and enhance their meaty texture. Cook for 8 minutes on medium heat.
- Add Garlic and Flip Mushrooms: Remove the lid carefully and add minced garlic to the liquid released by the mushrooms. Use tongs to flip each mushroom slice; the cooked side should be golden brown and slightly crispy around the edges.
- Finish Cooking: Continue cooking the mushrooms for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until both sides are golden and the mushrooms are tender. Stir the garlic in the pan liquid gently to prevent burning.
- Cook Remaining Mushrooms: If all mushroom slices do not fit in one batch, repeat the above steps with the remaining mushrooms.
- Serve: Garnish the cooked mushroom scallops with chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Optionally, season with freshly cracked black pepper and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Use a heavy lid or second skillet to press down the mushrooms while cooking; this draws out moisture and improves texture.
- Scoring the mushrooms gives them a scallop-like appearance and allows seasonings to penetrate better.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even searing and optimal browning.
- If vegan butter is unavailable, use a neutral oil with a similar smoking point.
- Serve with lemon wedges to add brightness and cut through the richness.
- Perfect as a vegan seafood alternative in pasta, risotto, or salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan
Keywords: king oyster mushrooms, vegan scallops, plant-based scallops, mushroom recipe, vegan seafood alternative, vegan appetizer, pan-seared mushrooms
