Vegan Prawns with Garlic

Vegan Prawns with Garlic is a delightful Lebanese seafood-inspired dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with marinated and sautéed king oyster mushrooms, this dish offers a satisfying and savory experience, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a plant-based alternative.

Ingredients

• King oyster mushrooms - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Pita bread - 2 pieces (for serving)

Steps

1. Clean the king oyster mushrooms and slice them into prawn-like pieces.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the marinade and let them sit for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, then add the marinated mushrooms, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and tender.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve the vegan prawns warm with pita bread on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from garlic and olive oil.
• Good source of fiber from mushrooms and pita bread.

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