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Crispy, golden lion’s mane steaks

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CRISPY LION’S MANE STEAKS

Large slices of lion’s mane are seared under gentle pressure for even contact, a juicy centre and crisp edges.

PREP8 minCOOKING20 minTOTAL28 minSERVINGS2DIFFICULTYEasy
SERVINGS
Lion’s mane needed: 400 g

INGREDIENTS FOR 2 SERVINGS

  • 400 g large fresh lion’s mane
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 20 g butter
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 sprigs thyme or rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 lemon

METHOD

  1. 01

    SLICE

    Clean the mushroom and cut into thick slices of 3–4 cm. Dry all sides with kitchen paper.

  2. 02

    FIRST SIDE

    Heat a heavy frying pan with the olive oil over medium-high heat. Arrange the steaks in a single layer and place a second clean pan or a spatula on top. Press gently, without flattening them heavily, for 3–4 minutes. Work in batches for larger quantities.

  3. 03

    TURN

    Turn, add another drop of oil if needed, and repeat the gentle pressing for another 3–4 minutes.

  4. 04

    AROMATICS

    Reduce the heat. Add the butter, crushed garlic and herbs. Baste the steaks with melted butter for 1–2 minutes.

  5. 05

    SERVE

    Season with salt, black pepper and lemon juice. Rest the steaks for 2 minutes before serving.