Name: Mushroom Asada Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 4 large Portobello Mushrooms: meaty and perfect for absorbing the asada marinade; 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce: adds umami and saltiness; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil: helps in marinating and browning; 2 tablespoons Orange Juice: brings a hint of citrus sweetness; 2 tablespoons Lime Juice: adds tang and brightness; 3 Garlic Cloves, minced: builds a deep savory base; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin: adds warmth and earthy notes; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika: introduces smoky flavor; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder: for a mild heat and depth; 8 small Corn Tortillas: holds all the flavor together; 1/2 Red Onion, thinly sliced: for pickling and crunch; Handful of fresh Cilantro, chopped: bright and herbaceous; Avocado Slices (optional): creamy texture to balance the bite; Lime Wedges: for squeezing over the top

Description

Smoky, juicy, and packed with flavor, these Mushroom Asada Tacos offer a plant-based twist on a Mexican classic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or taco night with friends.

Ingredients

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4 large Portobello Mushrooms: meaty and perfect for absorbing the asada marinade
3 tablespoons Soy Sauce: adds umami and saltiness
2 tablespoons Olive Oil: helps in marinating and browning
2 tablespoons Orange Juice: brings a hint of citrus sweetness
2 tablespoons Lime Juice: adds tang and brightness
3 Garlic Cloves, minced: builds a deep savory base
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin: adds warmth and earthy notes
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika: introduces smoky flavor
1 teaspoon Chili Powder: for a mild heat and depth
8 small Corn Tortillas: holds all the flavor together
1/2 Red Onion, thinly sliced: for pickling and crunch
Handful of fresh Cilantro, chopped: bright and herbaceous
Avocado Slices (optional): creamy texture to balance the bite
Lime Wedges: for squeezing over the top

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Instructions

Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a cast iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Combine Ingredients: Whisk soy sauce, olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Add mushrooms and marinate for 15–30 minutes.
Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil your hot skillet or grill pan.
Assemble the Dish: Place marinated mushrooms on the skillet and press lightly.
Cook to Perfection: Grill for 4–5 minutes per side until charred and tender. Let rest, then slice.
Finishing Touches: Warm tortillas until pliable and slightly charred.
Serve and Enjoy: Fill tortillas with sliced mushrooms, pickled onions, cilantro, and avocado. Add lime juice and serve.

Notes

Marinate mushrooms ahead for even deeper flavor.
Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a proper sear.
Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
Char tortillas directly over a flame for authentic taste.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 240
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg