Vegan carnitas with mushrooms (Print View)
Tender shredded mushrooms with cumin, smoked paprika, and citrus create a satisfying Mexican-inspired filling.
# What You'll Need:
→ Mushrooms
01 - 1.1 lbs oyster mushrooms or king oyster mushrooms
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 1 tsp ground cumin
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 1 tsp dried oregano
09 - 0.5 tsp ground coriander
10 - 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
11 - 0.5 tsp chili powder
12 - 0.5 tsp salt
→ Liquids
13 - 0.25 cup orange juice
14 - 2 tbsp lime juice
15 - 2 tbsp soy sauce
16 - 1 tsp agave nectar
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 410°F.
02 - Clean and shred the mushrooms using your hands or a fork to create a pulled texture.
03 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
04 - Add the garlic and jalapeño, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
05 - Stir in the shredded mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and their moisture begins to evaporate.
06 - Sprinkle in all spices, salt, and pepper. Stir well, cooking for 2 more minutes to toast the spices.
07 - Pour in the orange juice, lime juice, soy sauce, and agave nectar. Mix to coat all the mushrooms evenly.
08 - Transfer the mushroom mixture to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
09 - Spread evenly and bake for 15 minutes, flipping halfway, until edges are crispy and mushrooms are golden brown.
10 - Serve hot with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The way shredded mushrooms mimic that perfect pulled texture feels like magic in your mouth
- You get all those bold carnitas flavors without anyone missing the meat version
02 -
- Dont skip the oven step—those crispy edges are what makes this taste like real carnitas
- The mixture should be slightly sticky when it goes into the oven, thats how you get perfect caramelization
03 -
- Add a dash of liquid smoke if you really want to convince people this came from a smoker
- Dont overcrowd your skillet when sautéing or the mushrooms will steam instead of brown