Vegetarian Garlic Prawns

Savor the delightful flavors of Vegetarian Garlic Prawns, a plant-based twist on the classic seafood dish, perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike! King oyster mushrooms take center stage, expertly crafted into prawn-like shapes and marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce and olive oil for a rich umami base. Infused with fragrant garlic, fresh parsley, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or an elegant appetizer. Serve these golden-brown, garlicky mushroom morsels over rice, alongside pasta, or as part of a shareable tapas platter. Packed with bold flavors and versatility, this dish will satisfy every craving for comfort and creativity.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 8 ounces King oyster mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable broth or water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Clean the king oyster mushrooms and slice them into 'prawn-like' shapes: cut the mushrooms into discs about 1/2-inch thick and then slice around the edges to shape into pseudo prawn tails.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the sliced mushrooms, soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Toss until the mushrooms are well coated and allow them to marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the marinated mushrooms to the skillet, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth or water, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and let simmer for another 3-4 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the mushrooms are tender.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired, alongside a bed of rice or pasta, or as part of a tapas spread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(339.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	369.8

Total Fat 29.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1892.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 3.0g
Protein 8.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 54.9mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 911.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.2%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 22.1%