Pink Oyster Mushroom Bacon BLT Sandwich

Full Recipe:

Yields: 2 sandwiches Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pink oyster mushrooms, torn into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tablespoons liquid smoke

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 4 slices your favorite bread

• 4 slices ripe tomato

• 4 leaves lettuce

• Mayonnaise, for spreading

• Avocado, optional

Instructions:

1. Prepare the mushroom bacon: In a large bowl, combine pink oyster mushrooms, liquid smoke, soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Toss to coat.

2. Cook the mushroom bacon: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushroom mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are crispy and the liquid has evaporated.

3. Assemble the sandwiches: Toast bread to your desired level of crispiness. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.

4. Layer the sandwich: Place lettuce, tomato, and mushroom bacon on the mayonnaise side of one bread slice. Top with the other slice of bread.

5. Optional: Add avocado slices for extra richness.

Enjoy your delicious and plant-based BLT!

Tips:

• For extra crispy mushroom bacon, use a cast iron skillet.

• Experiment with different types of bread and toppings to customize your sandwich.