Vegetarian Schweinshaxe (German Pork Knuckle)

Transform your dinner table with this creative twist on a German classic—Vegetarian Schweinshaxe (German Pork Knuckle). Perfect for plant-based eaters craving hearty comfort food, this recipe swaps pork knuckle for juicy, marinated portobello mushrooms. These mushroom "knuckles" are brushed with a smoky Dijon marinade and roasted to perfection alongside a medley of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and golden potatoes, infused with fragrant rosemary and rich vegetable broth. The result is a savory, aromatic dish that pays homage to Bavarian flavors while embracing wholesome, vegetarian ingredients. Ready in just over an hour, this meal is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a festive Oktoberfest-inspired feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large portobello mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 3 pieces carrots
• 2 pieces celery stalks
• 4 pieces yellow potatoes
• 1 piece red onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Clean the portobello mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems. Create a marinade by combining olive oil, soy sauce, liquid smoke, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper in a small bowl.

Step 3

Brush the marinade generously over the mushrooms, ensuring even coverage. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 4

While the mushrooms are marinating, peel and dice the carrots and potatoes into large chunks. Slice the celery and red onion.

Step 5

In a large ovenproof dish, spread the diced vegetables evenly. Pour the vegetable broth over them and scatter the fresh rosemary on top.

Step 6

Take the marinated portobello mushrooms and place them cap side up over the vegetable mixture in the dish.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetable edges are golden and the mushrooms have a rich, roasted color.

Step 9

Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve the Vegetarian Schweinshaxe with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1848.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1326.0

Total Fat 53.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2678.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 33.6g
Protein 31.5g	0%

Vitamin D 28.0IU	0%
Calcium 263.3mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 5346.2mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 56.1%