RECIPE: LION'S MANE MUSHROOM STEAK

Lion’s Mane mushrooms are a revered gift from nature, known for their amazing health benefits and rich roots in herbal traditions that support clarity, focus, and overall wellbeing. They're especially loved for their ability to nourish the brain - helping with memory, concentration, and lifting mental fog (thanks to their role in boosting nerve growth factor (NGF), which supports healthy brain function).

Beyond the brain, they’re also wonderful for calming inflammation, giving the immune system a gentle lift, and keeping your gut happy. Many people also notice they help ease anxiety and boost mood. With their natural goodness and a little creativity in the kitchen, Lion’s Mane can easily become the star of your meal and your wellness routine.

Lion’s Mane mushrooms have a naturally meaty texture and a subtle, savoury flavour that makes them perfect for a delicious and nutritious, plant based steak. With a few simple steps - pressing, searing, and seasoning - you can bring out their full potential.

This simple, delicious recipe was inspired by a scroll through Alfie Cooks. Matt doesn’t usually doom scroll, but when he does, it’s more of a yum scroll. I know when he has redownloaded Instagram and gone for a scroll because he’ll be looking at his phone, letting out an occasional “yuuummmm”. And the next time I pick up my phone, my inbox is full of reels of recipe reels.

This recipe came from one of those days. We discovered Alfie Cooks page and, after about 8 “yuuummmms” as we watched Alfie prepare broccoli steaks, cauliflower steaks and mushroom steaks, we were inspired. We couldn’t find the exact method for the mushie steaks, so we experimented in the kitchen and created this version ourselves. It’s simple, delicious and nutritious. We hope you love it as much as we do.

Lion’s Mane Mushroom Steak

Serves 2

Time: 45mins (including marinating time)

Ingredients

• 400g Lions Mane Mushrooms (we used 2x 200g Urban Valley Lion’s Mane)

• 1 tsp sesame seeds, toasted

• 1 tsp miso paste

• 1 tsp rice wine vinegar

• 1 tsp sriracha

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp agave (or maple syrup)

• 1 tsp ginger, minced

• 1 tsp garlic, minced

• 1 lime, juiced

MAKE

1. Prep the Mushrooms
   Gently clean the Lion’s Mane mushrooms using a dry cloth or soft brush. Avoid soaking them (they absorb water easily).

2. Press the Mushrooms
   To enhance the texture and help them absorb flavour, press the mushrooms. Place them between two cutting boards and gently press down with some weight (like a heavy pan or cans). Let them sit for 10–15 minutes to release excess moisture.

3. Make the Marinade
   In a small bowl, whisk together:

   • miso paste

   • rice wine vinegar

   • sriracha

   • sesame oil

   • agave

   • ginger

   • garlic

   • lime juice

4. Marinate
   Place the mushrooms in a shallow dish or bowl and spoon the marinade over them. Let them marinate for at least 20 minutes, flipping occasionally. For deeper flavour, marinate for a few hours in the fridge.

5. Sear the Steaks
   Heat a frypan over medium-high heat. Add a splash of high quality oil if needed. Sear the mushrooms for 3–5 minutes on each side, or until golden and crispy at the edges. Press gently with a spatula while cooking to keep that steak-like texture.

6. Finish and Serve
   Once cooked, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot with your favourite sides – we love it with roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
   

TIPS

• For extra umami: Brush on a little more marinade just before the last flip.

• Leftovers? Slice thin and add to wraps, buddha bowls, or salads.

• Want more heat? Add a little extra sriracha or a pinch of chilli flakes to the marinade.

This Lion’s Mane Mushroom Steak is more than just a delicious plant-based meal. It’s food as medicine. Brain-nourishing, mood-lifting, and full of earthy flavour, it’s a wonderful way to bring more intention to your meals.

If you try it, let us know in the comments or tag us on Instagram. We’d love to see your creations!