Lion's Mane “Pulled Pork” Burger

Procedure:

1. Prepare the Lion's Mane mushrooms:
   • Tear the Lion's Mane mushrooms into strips with your hands. The natural fibers of the mushroom create a stringy structure similar to pulled pork. The finer you tear them, the more “pulled” they will be.
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2. Fry the mushrooms:
   • Heat a large frying pan over medium heat and add olive oil. Toss in the onion and garlic and fry until soft and starting to take on a little color, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the grated Lion's Mane mushrooms to the pan and continue to fry for 5-7 minutes. The mushrooms should turn golden and crispy at the edges.
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3. Spices and flavors:
   • Sprinkle smoked paprika and cumin over the mushrooms and stir. Let the spices release their aromas for a minute. Add the soy sauce and apple cider vinegar for a deeper flavor, and let it boil in for a few minutes.
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4. Add BBQ sauce:
   • Pour the BBQ sauce over the mushrooms and stir well so that all the mushrooms are covered. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce is well reduced and the mushrooms are tender and juicy.
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5. Heat the burger buns:
   • While the mushrooms are simmering, you can heat the burger buns in the oven at 180°C for 5 minutes, or until lightly toasted and crispy on the outside.
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6. Assemble the burgers:
   • Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom of each bun. Spread the “pulled” Lion's Mane mushrooms on top and place a slice of cucumber and a tablespoon of coleslaw on top. Finish with extra BBQ sauce to taste and top of the bun.
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7. Serve and enjoy:
   • Serve immediately, while the mushrooms are hot and juicy. Perfect for a quick and healthy weekday dinner or as a delicious treat for a plant-based burger night!

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