Delicious Recipes Using Lion's Mane Mushroom

Delicious Recipes Using Lion’s Mane Mushroom : If you haven’t heard of lion’s mane mushroom yet, then you’re in for a treat.

Scientifically known as hericium erinaceus, this fungus doesn’t resemble what you think a mushroom should look like. It got its name from the way it looks –one look and you’d think that it’s more of an animal than a superfood.

However, this exotic-looking plant is a great addition to seafood recipes. Lobster, crabs, and fish go really well with the unique taste that lion’s mane mushroom can offer. In many high-end restaurants, lion’s mane mushroom is considered a gourmet mushroom.

Lion’s mane mushroom is said to be a superfood because of the high nutritional value it possesses. It is loaded with vitamins and minerals. It helps with concentration and improves mental function. It is also attributed to stimulating nerve growth and helps neurons regenerate. All in all, lion’s mane mushroom is an awesome cognitive supplement.

Here are some recipes where you can use lion’s mane and enjoy its nutritional benefits:

LION’S MANE “CRAB” CAKES

Ingredients:

⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 large egg, beaten
2 Tbsp dijon mustard
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 cups chopped Lion’s Mane mushrooms, dehydrated
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 scallion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup of flour or breadcrumbs (optionally gluten free)
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

Whisk together the egg, mayo, mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Set aside.

In a separate bowl, mix together lion’s mane mushroom, bell pepper, garlic, scallions. Slowly add flour or the breadcrumbs, whichever you have at hand. Add the wet ingredients. You can now form up to 6 patties.

Add oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the patties until golden brown and crispy, approximately 2 minutes per side. Top with lemon juice. Enjoy!

LION’S MANE LATTE

Make this drink as soon as you wake up!

Ingredients:

½ cup of coffee
½ tsp of Lion’s Mane extract
½ cup of milk of choice
Dash of cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg

Directions:

In a blender add all the ingredients and blend until frothy. Pour contents into a mug. Now you have a delicious and healthy morning drink!

LION’S MANE PANCAKES

Ingredients:

2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups of almond milk
1 ¼ cups of flour
¼ cup melted butter
1/3 cup of Lion’s Mane extract

Directions:

Whisk together eggs and milk in a large bowl. Slowly add flour, butter and lion’s mane extract.

Heat pan over medium-high heat. Add butter and about ½ cup of the pancake batter. Wait until one side bubbles before flipping. When both sides are golden brown, you’re ready to eat! Best paired with fresh fruit toppings.

LION’S MANE MUSHROOM TREATS

Ingredients:

1 tsp of honey (ideally raw)
1 tsp of butter
1 cup Lion’s Mane mushroom, finely chopped

Directions:

In a pan over medium heat, melt the butter along with the honey. Let it bubble. Stir in the lion’s mane mushroom and let it cook for about 5 minutes. The mushrooms shouldn’t look soggy. This treat can be enjoyed as a healthy snack. The butter and honey combination lends the perfect blend of sweet-salty to this earthy fungi.

Other Ways to Enjoy Lion’s Mane Extract

Aside from adding this superfood into your favourite recipes, lion’s mane can be enjoyed as a tincture. You may also buy lion’s mane powder in capsule form from reputable health stores such as Superfoods. Now that you know about the potential benefits lion’s mane can offer, take this as an opportunity to begin living a life of great health.