Learn how to make vegan mushroom bacon with simple, real ingredients. A vegetarian and vegan alternative to bacon and full of flavor! Gluten-free.
Mushroom bacon may be your new favorite hack.
Whether you are vegetarian, vegan, or just like veggies, this recipe is one to add to your repertoire.
What is mushroom bacon? So, what is it? Mushrooms marinated and baked to replicate the smokey flavor and texture of bacon.
Mushrooms have a meatiness to them that works well here. Once baked, the marinated mushrooms crisp on the edges and provide a chewiness that satisfies!
Ingredients
What mushrooms taste like bacon? It's all in the seasoning. But really, there are different options when it comes to mushrooms.
Depending on the size and type of "bacon" you are going for, you can use baby bellas, shitake, oyster, or portabella mushrooms.
Differing in size and texture you can create bacon bits to large "slices" of bacon. Here are the major ingredients you will need:
- Mushrooms
- Olive oil
- Tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- Maple syrup
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Mushroom Bacon
- Whisk all ingredients excepts mushrooms in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add mushrooms to mixture and toss to coat.
- Spread mushrooms onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. Mushrooms should be crisp on the outside edges.
- Allow to cool completely before removing with a metal spatula or peeling away with your hands.
- Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Depending on the size of the mushroom you are using, it may be helpful to work in batches so that each one is coated.
Ideas for Using Vegan Mushroom Bacon
This vegetarian bacon substitute is addictive all on its own. But here are some easy ways to incorporate it:
- Green salad
- Pasta salad
- Sandwiches
- Pizza
- Omelets
- Soup
Want more mushrooms? Check out these mushroom tacos and the links below!
More Mushroom Recipes
How to Make Vegan Mushroom Bacon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 8 oz sliced shitake or baby bella mushrooms (portabella and oyster works here as well)
- sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk all ingredients except mushrooms in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add mushrooms to mixture and toss to coat.*If using large portabella or oyster mushroom slices, it is best to work in batches. Then brush remaining mixture on top of slices with a pastry brush.
- Spread mushrooms onto a baking sheet in an even layer. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. Mushrooms should be crisp on the outside edges.*If baking large portabella or oyster mushroom slices, cook time will be closer to 25-35 minutes depending on texture preference. Check at the 20 minute mark before adding more time.
- Allow to mushrooms to cool completely before removing. Use a metal spatula or mushrooms off pan with your fingers.
- Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Ali
Thank you for this recipe. So versatile!