Lion's Mane Spaghetti: A Flavorful and Texturally Interesting Dish
Lion's mane mushrooms offer a unique texture and flavor profile that pairs beautifully with pasta. Here's a simple recipe to get you started:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 8-12 oz lion's mane mushrooms shredded into quarter sized
- 2-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1 qt tomato sauce (homemade preferred)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Meatballs (optional)
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Gently break the lion's mane mushrooms into smaller pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onions, green peppers and sauté until fragrant. Add the lion's mane mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce and simmer for 5-10 minutes. (Add prepared meatballs if desired)
- Season to taste with salt and pepper
- Serve over pasta:
- Top with Parmesan cheese.
Tips:
For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or a dollop of butter to the skillet before combining with the pasta.
Garnish with fresh parsley or grated lemon zest for added flavor.
Experiment with different pasta shapes, such as fettuccine or rigatoni.
Enjoy your delicious and nutritious lion's mane spaghetti!