Vegan Mushroom "Jerky" (Slow-Roasted Mushroom Strips) Recipe on Food52 (2024)

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by: Gena Hamshaw

March7,2022

4.5

2 Ratings

  • Prep time 8 hours
  • Cook time 2 hours
  • Makes 4 cups

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Author Notes

On first inspection, there’s pretty much no food that could be less amenable to vegan interpretation than jerky. It's just not possible. Right?

Wrong—at least if you’re willing to have a somewhat roomy interpretation of what jerky is. These portobello mushroom slices, which are cooked at low oven temperatures until they dry out slightly and intensify in flavor, are a very good, very creative spin on the idea of jerky. You'll have to give them a try for yourself before making any judgments!

These mushrooms are great for snacking, but the way I really like to use them is stuffed into wraps, layered on sandwiches, or chopped and sprinkled onto salads. They add flavor and umami, and they’re an easy item to keep stored in the fridge for when you want to give dishes a bit of a kick. You'll reach for them more often than you'd think.

Word to the wise: The mushroom slices are good and salty. I offer 2 to 3 tablespoons of tamari here; I love salty flavor, so I usually use 3 tablespoons, but if you’d like a milder mushroom, simply try 2 instead.

Once you make the slices, you can store them in a mason jar (or another airtight container) in the fridge, waiting to break them out as needed. An added bonus? The mushrooms will also work as a handy vegan substitute for bacon (so you may want to throw a bunch in your next tofu scramble). —Gena Hamshaw

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Vegan Mushroom "Jerky" (Slow-Roasted MushroomStrips)

Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoonsapple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoonsmaple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons(or more) low-sodium tamari
  • 1 tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoonsmoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoonground chili powder
  • 4 large or medium portobello mushroom caps, sliced into strips about ¼ inch thick
Directions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, syrup, tamari, oil, paprika, and chili powder. Taste and add more tamari, if needed. Transfer to a rectangular, airtight container and add the mushroom slices. Marinate for at least 8 hours or up to overnight.
  2. Heat the oven to 250°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Arrange the mushrooms on the prepared sheets. Bake, flipping the mushrooms at the 1-hour mark, for 1½ to 2 hours, until shrunken, browned slightly, and dried out. They should have a chewy texture.
  3. Let cool completely before serving.
  4. Do Ahead: The mushrooms can be made 1 week ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tags:

  • Sauce
  • American
  • Vegetable
  • Vinegar
  • Mushroom
  • Paprika
  • Marinate
  • Make Ahead
  • Bake
  • Vegan
  • Gluten-Free
  • Snack

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11 Reviews

MSinMS November 15, 2018

Can you give an approximate weight on the mushrooms?

Jessica E. October 31, 2017

Great recipe! These are a great topping to salads and pate style appetizers. If you are too lazy to make your own, check this out.
www.procuredjerky.com

mare October 19, 2017

do we remove or keep the gills? tx!

louisez December 9, 2015

Billybob -- I made these using a Nesco Professional dehydrator, using the perforated liner sheets, using the 160 degree (jerky) setting. It took about 4 1/2 or so hours (all dehydrators are different, and timing varies a lot depending on thickness of cut and moisture level, so you have to monitor as you go along).

Donald P. December 9, 2015

nice taste, but they end up being rather small for any kind of substantial snacking. But would be nice cut up into a salad, or on a cracker, or diced into a cheese spread.

Billybob T. December 2, 2015

Anybody ever done these in a dehydrator?

eirroc December 1, 2015

I just finished prepping & they're going in the fridge overnight. I'll bake them after work tomorrow. So easy! Can't wait!

RENEE December 1, 2015

so freaking brilliant!!

sweetlolo December 1, 2015

just finishing up making a batch of these and they're so, so, so good, and so easy to make

Hippolyta November 28, 2015

AHHHHHHHHH!!! YES!

Zozo November 27, 2015

Yum! For some silly reason I hadn't thought to do this with portobello mushies but I did this with slippery jack mushroom slices (just with some salt and olive oil) and they were amazeballs.

Vegan Mushroom "Jerky" (Slow-Roasted Mushroom Strips) Recipe on Food52 (2024)

FAQs

What cut of beef is used for bulgogi? ›

Boneless ribeye steak is our cut of choice for this recipe and the most popular because it is tender and flavorful with nice marbling. Sirloin is also commonly used to make bulgogi and is slightly leaner that ribeye. You can also use flank steak in a pinch with good results, but the texture won't be quite as tender.

What is bulgogi sauce made of? ›

Mix some soy, apple juice and sugar in a sauce pan. Heat until the sugar melts. Mix in some ginger, garlic, green onions and sesame oil. Literally that's it.

What to serve with beef bulgogi? ›

It's super easy to make and takes less than 20 minutes of active cooking time, making it perfect for the weekdays and a crowd pleaser on the weekends! Enjoy it with some white rice or Korean purple rice, Korean rolled egg omelete, and japchae (Korean glass noodle stir fry) to complete the meal!

What is a good substitute for beef in bulgogi? ›

Other beef substitutes: You may use half a bag (4 oz) soy curls, rehydrated. TVP also works, or sliced mushrooms. Jackfruit is also a good choice. For less sweet, feel free to adjust the sugar.

What does the word bulgogi mean? ›

The term 'bulgogi' comes from Korea and translates to 'fire meat' as it was originally cooked using skewers on a hwaro grill. This ubiquitous meal's early history and origin date back to the Goguryeo era (37 B.C. to 668 A.D.), when it was initially called maekjeok.

Why is bulgogi so chewy? ›

The grain is essentially the muscle fibers running through the meat. You want to cut perpendicular to the muscle fibers so they become as short as possible as opposed to long muscle fibers. Long muscle fibers will give you chewy, rubbery tough meat – so cut AGAINST the grain.

What are the three types of bulgogi? ›

noodles—mixed into the brothy sauce. bulgogi memories. There are three main regional styles of bulgogi: Gwangyang, Eonyang, and Seoul.

Why is bulgogi so good? ›

The savory beef combined with the sweet, gingery marinade is always a big hit. The word bul means fire in Korean, and goki means meat. So this is “fire meat!” Delicious bulgogi depends on three things: a good cut of beef, a delicious marinade, and the method you use to cook it.

What is vegan bulgogi made of? ›

Water, Sauce (Sugar, Water, Soy Sauce, Soybeans, Salt), Pear Puree, Onion, Garlic, Apple Puree, Caramelized Sugar (Sugar, Water) Modified Cornstarch, Ginger, Green Onion Extract, (Water, Green Onions, maltodextrin, Salt, Pectinase), Dextrin, Black Pepper, Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Textured Soy Protein, (soy protein ...

Is bulgogi healthy for you? ›

From a nutritional point of view, Bulgogi enjoys an excellent reputation: grilled or burned beef steak in a pan does not require the use of additional fat and is a source par excellence of noble proteins, vitamins PP and B12, while the ginger present in marination speeds up the digestion process as well as fighting ...

Can I use Apple instead of pear for bulgogi? ›

If you live near a Korean grocery store, you can pick up presliced beef (look for Korean BBQ beef); if you're cutting the meat yourself, freeze it for at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour for easier slicing. Traditional bulgogi marinade calls for puréed or grated fruit such as kiwi, apple, or pear.

What do you drink with bulgogi? ›

We recommend pairing Bulgogi with a dry red wine like Chianti. It complements the texture of Bulgogi and brings out the spicy flavor of the grilled marinated pork.

What is in Korean food? ›

Korean cuisine is largely based on rice, vegetables, seafood and (at least in South Korea) meats. Dairy is largely absent from the traditional Korean diet. Traditional Korean meals are named for the number of side dishes (반찬; 飯饌; banchan) that accompany steam-cooked short-grain rice.

What is Korean BBQ eaten with? ›

Lettuce or perilla leaves. Garnishes like sliced garlic, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds. Banchan (small side dishes). Types of banchan include kimchi, marinated veggies, spicy cucumbers, bean sprouts, and sautéed spinach.

What is the best cut of beef for Korean BBQ? ›

If you've ever wondered what cut goes into everyone's favorite Korean BBQ beef dish of bulgogi, look no further than the sirloin steak. This often overlooked piece of beef is known more for its flavor than its texture, which makes it an excellent recipient for recipes that involve a little bit of marinade.

What is the best Korean beef called? ›

In South Korea, locally bred Hanwoo is the meat of choice – and it's priced accordingly. It's more expensive than wagyu of comparable quality, but not as expensive as Kobe (bred in Japan's Hyogo prefecture), and it's double the price of a comparable cut of US or Australian beef.

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