Portobello Cap Mushroom Burgers
This Portobello Mushroom Burger recipe is a fantastic choice for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious and satisfying vegetarian or vegan burger. Portobello mushrooms, marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, take centerstage as the "patty."
Ingredients
For the Portobello Marinade
- 4 large Portobello mushroom caps
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- salt and black pepper to taste
For Assembling
- 4 burger buns choose vegan buns for a vegan burger
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 slices vegan cheese optional
- ketchup, mustard, vegan mayonnaise, or your favorite condiments
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Clean the Portobello mushroom caps by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel or brushing off any dirt. Remove the stems and gills if desired.
- Place the mushroom caps in a shallow dish, gill side up. Pour the marinade over the mushrooms, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes, or longer if time allows. You can marinate them in the refrigerator for a few hours for a more intense flavor.
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, grill the marinated Portobello mushrooms for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have grill marks. You can also use a stovetop skillet if you don't have a grill.
- During the last minute of grilling, add a slice of vegan cheese to each mushroom cap, if using. Cover the grill or pan to help the cheese melt.
- While the mushrooms are grilling, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until they're lightly browned.
- To assemble the Portobello Mushroom Burgers, start with the bottom bun, add a lettuce leaf, a grilled Portobello mushroom cap with melted cheese, a slice of tomato, and some red onion slices. Top with your choice of condiments, and finish with the top bun.
- Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries, coleslaw, or a fresh green salad.