Name: Mushroom Jerky
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 585 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Mushroom Jerky

5.0

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2 Reviews

This vegan version of beef jerky has the same level of smoky spice you'd expect from the real thing. It can be enjoyed as a snack or on top of a salad for a jolt of meaty, umami goodness. It's also a great snack to take camping! The mushrooms stay pretty chewy (no crunch except for some of the crispy ends); this method is a great option if you don't have a dehydrator.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on August 20, 2020

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

9 hrs 30 mins

Total Time:

9 hrs 45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Egg Free Low Carbohydrate Nut-Free Vegan Vegetarian

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons cider vinegar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
4 large portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Directions

Stir vinegar, soy sauce, oil, brown sugar, paprika, mustard and garlic powder together in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Add sliced mushrooms and stir to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set a wire rack on each of the baking sheets.
Divide the mushrooms between the prepared racks, arranging them in a single layer, making sure not to overlap. Roast, rotating the pans halfway through, until the mushrooms are dried and shrunken, about 1 1/2 hours. They should have a chewy texture with crisp edges. Remove from oven and let cool completely.

Tips

To make ahead: Marinate mushrooms (Step 1) for 8 hours or overnight. Refrigerate jerky in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Equipment: Parchment paper

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

39	Calories
2g	Fat
4g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1/4 cup
Calories 39
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 3g
Added Sugars 2g	4%
Protein 2g	3%
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Vitamin A 142IU	3%
Folate 15mcg	4%
Sodium 221mg	10%
Calcium 7mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Magnesium 11mg	3%
Potassium 193mg	4%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.