25 Portobello Mushroom Recipes You've Got To Try

Portobello mushrooms are thick and meaty, so they make a great vegetarian swap for beef burgers or sandwiches. When sliced and sautéed, they also make for an umami-packed addition to soups, salads and pasta dishes. However you use them, these hearty mushrooms are versatile and easy to prepare.

Lasagna is a classic comfort food that’s truly perfect for any type of occasion. Whether you’re whipping up a midweek meal or hosting a holiday, lasagna feeds a crowd and satisfies a variety of dietary preferences. If you know there will be a vegetarian at your party, swapping in mushrooms for meat is a great way to retain heartiness without sacrificing on flavor.

Thinly-sliced caramelized mushroom pieces take on a meaty flavor in this vegetarian bacon recipe. Whether you pile it high on bread with tomato and lettuce for a vegetarian BLT or serve alongside scrambled eggs for breakfast, these are a flavor-packed side dish that perfectly rival their meaty counterpart.

This quick and easy vegetarian meal comes together on one sheet pan and takes only 30 minutes from start to finish. Use whatever combination of mushrooms you prefer here – just choose ones on the meatier side, like portobellos. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds the perfect sweet-tart finish.

This crispy, crunchy mushroom dish uses the same breading that’s typically used for chicken-fried steak, so it’s packed with flavor and the perfect texture. Pair it with a vegetarian gravy for a hearty dish that’s packed with meaty flavor and textures.