Latest recipe: Smoky Tea Marinated Portobello Burgers [vegan]

Tea isn't limited to just drinking; it can be a wonderful flavoring component in cooking and baking! The recipe for smoky portobello burgers steeped in Lapsang Souchong from OneGreenPlanet has certainly caught our eye. It's a creative and flavorful way to incorporate the rich and smoky notes of a Lapsang into a savory dish. Explore the diverse culinary possibilities that tea brings to the table!

15 ingredients | 55 minutes | 90 calories | 2 servings

For the Marinade:

• 2 1/2 tablespoons lapsang souchong tea, steeped for 8-10 minutes in 1/4 cup boiling water
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon tamari
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• Salt and pepper
  

For the Burger:

• 2 portobello mushrooms
• 2 buns of your choice like Dave's Killer Burger Buns
• Pickled beets
• Grated carrots
• Spinach
• Dijon mustard

How to Prepare Smoky Marinated Portobello Burgers [Vegan]

1. Prepare the marinade by adding all of the ingredients to a jar and stirring to combine. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
2. Place the mushrooms, stems removed, in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over top. Gently toss the mushrooms in the marinade and then set aside to marinade for 3-4 hours, or overnight.
3. When you are ready to cook the mushrooms, line a pan with foil and place the mushrooms in the foil. Pour the marinade over the tops and then close the foil around the mushrooms.
4. Place in the oven and cook at 350°F for 26-30 minutes or until mushrooms are soft.
5. Once cooked, remove from the oven and place on the bun with your desired sauces and toppings. Delicious!