Mane Attraction Cakes

Craving crab cakes but looking for a plant-based option? Our Mane Attraction Cakes are the perfect seafood-free alternative! Made with flavorful Lion's Mane mushrooms, these cakes are packed with taste and texture. Get ready to be amazed!

RECIPES

Josiah Tucker

8/15/20241 min read

Mane Attraction Cakes

Yields: Approximately 4 cakes Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz Lion's Mane mushroom

  • 3 Tbsp liquid vegan eggs

  • 1 Tbsp vegan mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • 3/4 tsp Old Bay seasoning

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped parsley

  • Juice of half lemon

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/4-1/2 cup panko bread crumbs

  • Frying oil

Cajun-Style Aioli

  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise

  • 1 Tbsp finely chopped capers

  • 1/4-1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley

  • Lemon wedges

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Lion's Mane: Pull apart Lion's Mane into small pieces resembling shredded meat. Cook in a grill/sauté pan with a pinch of salt and pepper until all water evaporates.

  2. Make cake mixture: In a large bowl, combine vegan eggs, mayo, onion, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, Dijon mustard, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add cooked Lion's Mane and stir to combine. Gradually incorporate panko bread crumbs until mixture holds together.

  3. Form cakes: Shape mixture into desired size patties.

  4. Cook cakes: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Cook cakes until golden brown on both sides.

  5. Make aioli: Combine vegan mayo, capers, and Old Bay in a small bowl.

  6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve with Cajun-style aioli.

Enjoy your delicious Mane Attraction Cakes!