Portobello Mushroom Burger
The Perfect Burger
Our Portobello Mushroom Burger recipe has everything you need for the ultimate taste sensation; the rich savoury umami of the mushroom and oozing cheese, the crispy, crunch of fried breadcrumbs and the sweet but fiery oomph from our gorgeous Tomato and Chilli Jam.
Prep time: 20 mins
Cooking time: 10 mins
Serves: 8
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8 Portobello Mushrooms240ml Oil of choice8 Brioche Buns2 Eggs100g Panko Breadcrumbs2 balls of MozzarellaA handful of fresh leaves1 Beef TomatoSpoonful of our new Tomato and Chilli Jam…
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- Using a spoon, scoop out black undersides (gills) of portobello mushrooms.
- Divide mozzarella in half. Using your hands, press half the mozzarella into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a puck and place pucks on top of the gill side of 2 portobellos.
- Top with remaining portobellos (gill side down)
- Heat oil in a small pot over medium heat.
- Set up a breading station by placing beaten eggs and breadcrumbs into separate small bowls.
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Dip portobello burger into egg, then into breadcrumbs.
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Test oil temperature by adding a pinch of breadcrumbs to the pot. It should sizzle gently. If it browns immediately, turn heat down and let oil cool. If it doesn't brown, increase heat.
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Add one burger to oil and fry 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excessive oil.
- Build your burgers using remaining ingredients, a dollop of our Tomato and Chilli Jam, serve, and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 8 Portobello Mushrooms
- 240ml Oil of choice
- 8 Brioche Buns
- 2 Eggs
- 100g Panko Breadcrumbs
- 2 balls of Mozzarella
- A handful of fresh leaves
- 1 Beef Tomato
- Spoonful of our new Tomato and Chilli Jam…
Method
- Using a spoon, scoop out black undersides (gills) of portobello mushrooms.
- Divide mozzarella in half. Using your hands, press half the mozzarella into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a puck and place pucks on top of the gill side of 2 portobellos.
- Top with remaining portobellos (gill side down)
- Heat oil in a small pot over medium heat.
- Set up a breading station by placing beaten eggs and breadcrumbs into separate small bowls.
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Dip portobello burger into egg, then into breadcrumbs.
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Test oil temperature by adding a pinch of breadcrumbs to the pot. It should sizzle gently. If it browns immediately, turn heat down and let oil cool. If it doesn't brown, increase heat.
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Add one burger to oil and fry 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excessive oil.
- Build your burgers using remaining ingredients, a dollop of our Tomato and Chilli Jam, serve, and enjoy!
