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Mushroom bacon cooked in a cast-iron skillet

Portobello Mushroom Bacon – Vegan Bacon

Smoky, savory, Portobello bacon. Makes a great BLT.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 41 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 124kcal
Author: Linda & Alex
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 skillet
  • 1 stove

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • One large Portobello mushroom – washed and patted dry
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons liquid smoke
  • sea salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • In a bowl that is large enough to marinate the mushroom slices combine the liquid smoke, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  • Cut the mushroom into thin strips, no more than a ¼ of an inch thick, and marinate both sides in the liquid mixture. At least 15 minutes per side.
  • Heat the oil in a medium skillet and cook the mushrooms for approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. They should be browned and the edges.should be crispy.
  • Notes
  • For a Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich toast two pieces of whole grain bread. Add lettuce, sliced tomato, the mushroom bacon, and salt and pepper if desired. You can also spread some vegan mayo on the toast for added flavor.

Notes

For a Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwich toast two pieces of whole grain bread. Add lettuce, sliced tomato, the mushroom bacon, and salt and pepper if desired. You can also spread some vegan mayo on the toast for added flavor.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
NUTRITION DISCLAIMER

Nutrition

Serving: 60g | Calories: 124kcal | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg
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