Mushrooms are a great meat-free alternative when making tacos, and while I call for portobellos (for their meaty texture), you can use virtually any kind here.
So whether you are vegetarian, vegan or simply want to eat a little less meat, this recipe is for you. The crema is delicious and has a little kick from jalapeño, but that can be modified if you’re not into a bit of heat.
RECIPE:
Mushroom Tacos with Avocado Crema
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
MUSHROOMS AND MARINADE
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 1/2 tsp light soy sauce
1 pinch red pepper flakes
6 portobello mushroom caps, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
AVOCADO CREMA
1 Haas avocado, pitted and peeled
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1 garlic clove, roughly chopped
1 1/2 tsp minced seeded jalapeño chile
Juice of 1/2 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 corn or flour tortillas, warmed, for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Add the mushroom slices and toss to coat; let sit for at least 10 minutes, or up to 30 minutes.
- Combine all the ingredients for the avocado crema in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushroom slices and cook, turning as needed, until they have released their moisture and are beginning to brown and shrink, 8 to 9 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- To serve, pile some of the mushrooms onto the warmed tortillas and top with spoonfuls of avocado crema.
