Lion’s Mane Mushroom Sandwich

Crispy Lion’s Mane Mushroom Sandwich Recipe

This crispy Lion’s Mane mushroom sandwich is packed with savory flavor and satisfying texture. Golden-brown Lion’s Mane mushrooms are layered on toasted bread with fresh greens, tomato and a creamy spread for an easy meatless lunch that makes mushrooms the star of the meal.

Crispy Lion’s Mane mushroom sandwich with golden-brown mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, red onion and creamy garlic aioli.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh Lion’s Mane mushrooms

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 3 tbsp olive oil, for cooking

  • ½ tsp Shroom-Mates Umami Mushroom Seasoning

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • 4 sandwich buns or slices of bread

  • Lettuce

  • 1 large tomato, sliced

  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced

  • Mayo, garlic aioli or your favorite sandwich spread

  • Optional: sliced cheese

Directions

1. Prepare the Lion’s Mane
Clean the Lion’s Mane mushrooms and tear them into sandwich-sized pieces.

2. Set up the breading
Place the flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Umami Mushroom Seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a third.

3. Bread the mushrooms
Dredge each Lion’s Mane piece in flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the seasoned panko.

4. Heat the skillet
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

5. Cook the mushrooms
Add the breaded mushrooms and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary so the mushrooms aren't crowded.

6. Toast the bread
Lightly toast the sandwich buns or bread slices while the mushrooms finish cooking.

7. Build the sandwich
Spread mayo or garlic aioli on the toasted bread. Layer with crispy Lion’s Mane mushrooms, lettuce, tomato and red onion. Add cheese if desired.

8. Serve
Serve immediately while the Lion’s Mane mushrooms are hot and crispy.

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