Vegan Mushroom Club Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 large lion’s mane mushrooms (as a substitute for chicken breast)
• 4 clusters of pink oyster mushrooms
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 6 slices of your preferred bread (whole grain, sourdough, gluten-free, etc.)
• 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
• 4 lettuce leaves, rinsed and patted dry
• 1 tomato, thinly sliced
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Vegan butter or olive oil, for toasting bread (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Lion’s Mane Mushrooms:

   • Slice the lion’s mane mushrooms into 1/2-inch thick slices.
   • Heat a little olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the lion’s mane mushroom slices, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and tender. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Pink Oyster Mushrooms:

   • Separate the pink oyster mushroom clusters into individual strips.
   • Toss the mushrooms with smoked paprika, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.
   • In the same skillet or a new one, cook the pink oyster mushrooms over medium heat until they become crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Set aside.

3. Prepare the Bread:

   • Optionally, lightly spread vegan butter or olive oil on both sides of the bread slices.
   • In a clean skillet or on a griddle, toast the bread slices over medium heat until they are golden brown on both sides.

4. Assemble the Sandwich:

   • Spread a thin layer of vegan mayonnaise on one side of each toasted bread slice.
   • To assemble the first layer, place one slice of bread, mayo side up, on a clean work surface, then add a layer of lettuce, followed by slices of lion’s mane mushrooms, and a slice of tomato.
   • Top with a second slice of bread, mayo side down. Spread vegan mayonnaise on the other side of this bread slice (facing up), then add a layer of pink oyster mushrooms.
   • Top with another layer of lettuce and tomato.
   • Finish with a third slice of bread, mayo side down.

5. Serve:

   • Use a serrated knife to cut the sandwich diagonally into quarters.
   • Secure each quarter with a toothpick, and serve immediately.

6. Enjoy your vegan mushroom club sandwich!

This vegan version of the classic club sandwich retains the essence of the original while providing a cruelty-free and plant-based alternative. Enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal without compromise!