Description
A creative, plant-based take on shrimp made from king oyster mushrooms. Marinated with ocean-inspired flavors and fried to crispy perfection, it's a satisfying vegan seafood alternative perfect for appetizers or mains.
Ingredients
2 large king oyster mushrooms
1/4 sheet nori (seaweed), crushed
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup plant-based milk
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Oil for frying
Instructions
- Slice the stems of the king oyster mushrooms into ½-inch thick rounds. Trim each piece to resemble shrimp shapes using a paring knife.
- In a bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and crushed nori to make the marinade.
- Soak the mushroom shrimp shapes in the marinade for at least 20 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with plant-based milk, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with salt.
- Coat each marinated mushroom piece in flour, dip in milk, and roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded mushrooms for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve immediately with vegan tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or lemon wedges.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add cayenne or smoked paprika to the marinade.
Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in oven or air fryer.
Do not microwave as it makes the coating soggy.
You can freeze the marinated, unbreaded mushrooms for later use.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegan Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
