Healthy Pan-Fried Lion's Mane Recipe For A Filling Meal

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This easy pan-fried Lion's mane recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and requires minimal equipment, making it ideal for a quick and healthy meal. In addition, it's a great source of protein, fiber, and Vitamin B, and it has bioactive ingredients that boost overall brain health.

To prepare the dish, slice the fresh mushrooms into ½ to 1/3-inch pieces and mix eggs and milk in one bowl, and combine all the seasonings with flour in another. Dip a mushroom slice in the egg mixture, then dredge it in the flour and seasoning mixture. 

Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle some hot oil. Using tongs, place the dredged mushroom slices onto the skillet without crowding the pan. Cook the mushrooms for 3-4 minutes, flip them using the tongs and cook until both sides are evenly brown without burning the mushroom. Finally, place the pan-fried mushrooms over a paper towel to absorb excess hot oil, sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot with a dip of your choice.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting, you will want to try this recipe and experience Lion's mane mushrooms' unique flavor and texture. Explore our detailed steps for cooking pan-fried Lion's mane below. 

Detailed Fried Lion's Mane Mushroom Recipe

This fried Lion's mane mushroom recipe prepares a total of 4 servings. However, you can adjust the ingredients to suit your serving needs. Its savory, earthy flavor pairs nicely with other side dish recipes, meaning you can enjoy the meaty white pan-fried Lion's mane mushroom with your favorite foods. 

General Info

Prep time: 30 min

Cook time: 15 min

Servings: 4

Great for: memory and concentration.

Read More: Learn how Lion's mane boosts memory.

Ingredients

• 2 medium heads of Lion's mane mushroom (around 1 pound)
• 1 large egg (vegan alternative: flour and water slurry- see additional notes)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup dairy or non-dairy milk
• 3 to 6 teaspoons of any vegetable oil (alternatively, you can use butter, olive oil, or coconut oil)

For Seasoning:

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 ½ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

For Garnishing:

• parsley

For the Dip:

• 2 tablespoon ketchup  
• 2 tablespoon mayonnaise

Equipment

• A large non-stick skillet
• Tongs
• 2 medium-sized bowl

Instructions

1. Preparing The Mushroom

Clean and slice fresh Lion's mane mushrooms into ½ to 1/3-inch pieces. Next, mix the milk and the egg in a bowl.  In another bowl, combine all the seasoning with flour and mix well.

Dip a slice of the mushroom in the bowl containing eggs and milk. Then, dredge it in the flour and seasoning mixture.

2. Pan-Frying

Heat the skillet over medium heat and drizzle some hot olive or coconut oil. Using tongs, place the dredged mushroom slices onto the skillet without crowding the pan. Lower the heat and gently move the skillet to spread the cooking oil around the mushroom slices evenly.

Sauté Lion's mane mushrooms for 3-4 minutes. Using the tongs, gently flip it to the other side. Cook until both sides are evenly brown without burning the mushroom. Remove the skillet from heat.

3. Serving

Place the pan-fried mushroom over a paper towel to absorb excess hot oil after you cook Lion's mane. Sprinkle finely chopped fresh parsley on the cooked fungi to enhance its crab meat taste. You can also use other spices, including thyme and shallots. 

Serve hot with a dip of your choice. Mix two tablespoons of ketchup and mayonnaise in a small bowl for an incredibly delicious quick, easy dip. A lemon on the side may help you enhance your meal after using our Lion's mane mushrooms recipe.

Nutritional Info

Protein 2 g              Fiber 2 g

Sodium 1 g             Vitamin B 3 g

Sugar 0 g                Iron 1 g

Read More: See our detailed guide on Lion's mane dietary benefits.

Additional Notes:

This pan-fried Lion's mane recipe uses wet mushrooms. Fresh Lion's mane from the farmer's market, grocery stores, or health food stores can work for the recipe. 

You can also forage for your own Lion's mane mushrooms in the wildness—however, be aware of Lion's mane mushroom look-alikes to avoid using the wrong fungus because of its appearance. If you use dried mushrooms, you must soak them in water or use a marinated version.

Instead of using all the ingredients for seasoning, you can use three tablespoons of your favorite seasoning mix—this could include the seasonings you would use in a stir fry, like ginger and turmeric.

Mix equal parts of flour and water in a small bowl to make the flour and water slurry (batter). Whisk thoroughly. Cornstarch, chickpea flour, rice flour, and arrowroot powder are alternatives for flour.

Store the leftovers (if any!) in a container with a lid or a closed paper bag. Please ensure the mushrooms have cooled down to room temperature before storing them. Refrigerate for up to 2-3 days. 

During this period, you can use your pan-friend Lion's mane mushrooms as an appetizer or make them part of a low-cholesterol sandwich. But, of course, if you prefer snacks over appetizers, these tasty mushroom bites can also fit into that category.

To reheat: Use oven or toaster at over 350 ° F for a few minutes until evenly heated.