Many families will be hosting gatherings and cookouts this weekend in honor of Labor Day. Foods like hamburgers, hot dogs, steaks, ribs, chicken will all be grilled and barbecued. My family being Mexican meant that we also served the obligatory carne asada, grilled onions and frijoles charros (Mexican cowboy beans), along with our “typical” American dishes. Don’t forget all the side dishes like coleslaw and potato salads. Is anybody hungry yet?
Nowadays there are more and more vegetarians and vegans in our society, we all have at least one in our families. For vegetarians and vegans obviously gatherings with foods mentioned above means that your choices will be very limited. But there is a scrumptious alternative you can bring along with you to have your host grill up, or if you are hosting can offer to your vegetarian and vegan guest. Portobello mushrooms.
Portobellos are a large or mature standard button mushroom. The taste is mild and so, very versatile. They can be grilled, sautéed, roasted, fried and why not – barbecued. They are quite large and when cooked the texture is firm and a scrumptious alternative to meat. I can tell you as an omnivore, with a love of vegan food, portobellos taste fantastic. My carnivore husband will also attest to their phenomenal taste. My favorite ways of preparing and enjoy Portobello mushrooms are prepared like a steak and as a hamburger. So this Labor Day weekend offer your Vegetarian and Vegan friends a great grilled dish that they will truly enjoy. Happy Memorial Day weekend to all our American readers! 
Memorial Day Vegan Steaks
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving per mushroom 1x
Description
Savor the taste of grilled Portobello mushrooms, a delightful vegan alternative to traditional barbecue fare, perfect for Labor Day gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 large Portobello mushroom per person
- Olive oil, for rubbing
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- Any seasonings of choice (e.g., garlic powder, smoked paprika)
- Grilled onions, to top
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or barbecue to medium-high heat.
- Rub the top of each Portobello mushroom with olive oil to ensure it stays moist during cooking.
- Season the entire mushroom with salt, ground black pepper, and any additional seasonings of your choice.
- Place the mushrooms on the grill, cap side down, and cook for about 6 minutes. Flip and cook for another 6 minutes on the other side. The mushrooms should be soft and moist when done.
- Remove from the grill and top with grilled onions before serving.
Notes
Portobello mushrooms are a versatile meat alternative with a firm texture when cooked. They can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat on the grill or in a pan before serving. Experiment with different seasonings to match your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mushroom
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 3 grams
- Carbohydrates: 4 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Looking for the perfect mushroom sauce for steaks? Check this lovely recipe out.
Delicious! Looks set to satisfy all veg guests’ grill cravings. To be a truly gracious host to veg guests, don’t forget to offer them some protein, too. With a meal like this, it could be just a side or snack: nuts or salad with boiled egg or cheese will prevent tired-out veg guests eating supplementarily at home.
It’s always great to have vegan/vegetarian version of barbecue treats :)
Yes it is and even non-vegan/vegetarian will also enjoy this:)