When it comes to mushrooms…there’s nothing quite like the massive portobello. Its flavor is massively savory and meaty: so much so that you can almost mistake it for meat in fajitas. While we love all types of mushrooms, the mighty portobello has our hearts. Here are all the best portobello mushroom recipes for the best ways to eat it! This variety is ultra versatile: you can eat it as a main dish stuffed or grilled, or use it in a supporting role in enchiladas, burritos and stir fries. Whatever recipe you choose: we guarantee it will make this mighty mushroom shine.
And now…the top portobello mushroom recipes to try!
More about portobello mushrooms
What’s the deal with this massive fungi? Here are few more facts about this popular variety:
Portobello mushrooms (aka portobella or portabella) are one of the most widely consumed mushroom varieties in the world, called Agaricus bisporus. The button mushroom and cremini (aka baby bella) are the same variety of mushroom, just earlier growth stages. The portobello is the oldest stage, so it has the most meaty and savory flavor.Where to find it? You can find the portobello mushroom at most mainstream grocery stores. Often it comes packaged in containers with 3 to 6 mushroom caps.What does a portobello mushroom taste like? Portobello mushrooms taste intensely meaty and savory, with loads of umami. While they taste meaty, remember to add protein to the meal if you’re making them as a vegetarian main dish! They don’t contain much protein in themselves.
More types of mushrooms
There are so many other unique types of mushrooms to try! Sample them all: 4 from 1 review
Lions Mane Mushrooms are ultra meaty and great for adding fried to a sandwichOyster Mushrooms have delicate flavor and are great sauteedKing Oyster Mushrooms are large and meaty, fantastic as a meat substituteMaitake Mushrooms (aka Hen of the Woods) have feathered edges and an earthy, peppery flavorBeech Mushrooms are small, delicate and savoryEnoki Mushrooms are great for sautéing or using to top ramen or a hot pot
