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Mango Habanero Mushrooms

Mango Habanero Mushrooms: A Spicy Vegan Adventure

Experience the bold flavors of Mango Habanero Mushrooms, a spicy vegan dish that tantalizes the taste buds.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a tropical twist.
  • 1/2 cup Mango Nectar/Juice Use fresh mango puree for an even richer taste.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Habanero Hot Sauce Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1 tablespoon White Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Using kosher salt will yield the best results.
For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Essential for the best crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust quantities to suit your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust quantities to suit your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust quantities to suit your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Adjust quantities to suit your taste.
  • 1 cup Lemon Sparkling Water Unflavored sparkling water can work as a substitute.
For the Mushrooms
  • 1 pound Oyster Mushrooms Consider lion’s mane mushrooms for a different take.
  • 2 cups High-heat Cooking Oil Canola or peanut oil works brilliantly.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • deep frying pan
  • deep-fry thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt vegan butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in mango nectar, habanero sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and salt. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce is glossy, then let it cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground coriander, and salt until well mixed.
  3. Pour a portion of the dry ingredients into a bowl and gradually combine it with lemon sparkling water, mixing until you achieve a thin batter consistency.
  4. Clean the oyster mushrooms and dip each one into the wet batter, ensuring they are fully coated, then roll them in the remaining dry batter for a crispy finish.
  5. Heat your cooking oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep frying pan. Carefully fry the coated mushrooms in batches for about 3-6 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Once fried, immediately toss the hot mushrooms in the cooled mango habanero sauce to coat them thoroughly. Serve right away for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime for an extra flavor boost.

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