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Portobello Tacos Al Pastor May 31, 2023

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Tacos al pastor is a Mexican street food with Lebanese roots. These beloved tacos most likely evolved from shawarma spit-grilled meat brought by Lebanese immigrants to Mexico. Tacos al pastor in Mexico are made using pork roasted on a spit, but in this version we make a plant-forward version: Portobello Tacos Al Pastor.

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Mushroom Katsu May 30, 2023

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Katsu is a beloved Japanese comfort food, traditionally made with breaded chicken or pork, but today we’re going to use meaty portabellas for a plant-based version! Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike will love the perfectly crispy and hearty mushroom katsu finished with a drizzle of sweet and savory katsu sauce.

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Pork and Mushroom Mapo Tofu May 29, 2023

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Mapo Tofu is a popular Chinese dish from Sichuan Province, and it features the famous spice from the region––the Sichuan Peppercorn––which imparts a truly unique tingling, numbing sensation and floral citrusy flavor. With savory bites of ground pork and mushrooms, fiery sauce, and soft and silky cubes of tofu, this dish has so much aroma, texture and flavor. It’s no wonder that Mapo Tofu is beloved in Sichuan and all over the world.

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Portobello Mushroom Shakshuka May 28, 2023

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Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish made of stewed tomatoes and peppers topped with eggs, feta cheese and herbs. For this shakshuka with a hearty twist, we’ll be using portabella mushrooms, which will serve as delicious and meaty cups for our eggs. Although it’s traditionally enjoyed for breakfast, this dish really is great for any meal of the day.

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Grilled Mushroom Bibimbap May 27, 2023

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Bibimbap is one of the best known Korean dishes. The name of the dish means “mixed cooked rice” and features crisped rice topped with colorful seasoned vegetables, Korean marinated beef, an egg, and a dollop of gochujang. In this vegetarian version, we make grilled mushroom bibimbap! This bibimbap is as beautiful as it is delicious, and is packed with flavor, color and texture.

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Vegetarian Mushroom Banh Mì May 26, 2023

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A banh mi is Vietnam's version of a baguette sandwich, and is beloved the world over. In this plant-forward version of the recipe, the sandwich is filled with a Southeast Asian-inspired mushroom coconut pâte, roasted mushrooms, pickled vegetables and herbs. The meaty sweet and spicy roasted mushrooms, savory mushroom pâte, tangy crunchy pickled vegetables, and refreshing aromatic herbs make this incredibly flavorful sandwich one of the best the world has to offer!

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Mushroom Cauliflower Bolognese May 25, 2023

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Looking for classic comfort food with a healthy plant-forward twist? This Mushroom and Cauliflower Bolognese swaps out the saturated fat in ground beef with richly flavored mushrooms and cauliflower. Serve the sauce over pasta garnished with chopped parsley and some Parmigiano Reggiano, or plant-based cheese for a vegan version. This decadent and rich bolognese-inspired sauce packs an umami punch, and we promise you won’t miss the meat!

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Turkey and Mushroom Kebabs May 24, 2023

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These Middle Eastern-inspired turkey and cremini mushroom kebabs are served with herby grain salad and yogurt tahini sauce. While usually kebabs are made using ground beef, these kababs are made using a blend of ground turkey and mushrooms. The mushrooms boost the nutritional profile of the kebabs, while giving them a succulent texture and umami flavor.

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Mushroom Kimchi Fried Rice May 23, 2023

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Savory and spicy, kimchi fried rice is a popular dish in South Korea that has endless variations. This kimchi fried rice recipe includes a mixture of ground pork and chopped cremini mushrooms for a savory, plant-forward twist. The tart and spicy kimchi, sweetness and heat of the gochujang, and the savory umami flavors from the mushrooms, make this kimchi fried rice a beloved dish all over the world.

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Mushroom and Chicken Larb May 22, 2023

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Larb is a boldly flavored Thai salad traditionally made with minced pork or chicken, paired with a tangy lime dressing and served with lettuce leaves for scooping. In this plant-forward version of the recipe, we use a blend of minced mushrooms and chicken. The spicy, savory, tart and zingy flavors of this refreshing and incredibly delicious salad really pack a punch!

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