Lion’s Mane “Crab” Cakes

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs. fresh lions mane mushroom
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 medium sweet onion diced
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbs. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. old bay seasoning
  • 1 tbs. Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbs. olive oil
  • fresh lemon (optional)

Method:

Shred a lion’s mane into small pieces of a similar size to a flakey crab. Mix egg, mayonnaise, onion, Worcestershire sauce, old bay, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix in lion’s mane and breadcrumbs and form equal-sized patties about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. Sauté in olive oil over medium heat for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Add a squeeze of lemon (optional).

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