Lion’s Mane Mushroom Tacos

Easy Crispy Lion’s Mane Mushroom Taco Recipe

These Lion’s Mane mushroom tacos are crispy, savory and packed with flavor, making them an easy meatless meal the whole family can enjoy. Golden-brown Lion’s Mane mushrooms are seasoned with bold spices and tucked into warm tortillas with fresh toppings for a satisfying taco night favorite.

Crispy Lion’s Mane mushroom tacos with seasoned mushrooms, purple cabbage, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, queso fresco, avocado crema and lime wedges.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh Lion’s Mane mushrooms

  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp Shroom-Mates Umami Mushroom Seasoning

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage

  • 1 medium tomato, diced

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese

  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

  • Avocado or avocado crema, for topping

  • Salsa, for serving

Directions

1. Prepare the Lion’s Mane
Gently clean the Lion’s Mane mushrooms and tear them into small, bite-sized pieces.

2. Season the mushrooms
Toss the mushrooms with olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, Umami Mushroom Seasoning, salt and black pepper.

3. Crisp the mushrooms
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy around the edges.

4. Warm the tortillas
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 20–30 seconds per side, or until soft and lightly toasted.

5. Build the tacos
Fill each tortilla with crispy Lion’s Mane mushrooms, shredded cabbage, diced tomato, cilantro and queso fresco.

6. Add toppings
Drizzle with avocado crema or add sliced avocado and your favorite salsa.

7. Serve
Finish with fresh lime juice and serve immediately while the mushrooms are hot and crispy.