Portobello Jackfruit Burgers Recipes

PORTOBELLO BURGERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients. Add mushroom caps; let stand for 15 minutes, turning twice. Drain and reserve marinade. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill mushrooms, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender, basting with reserved marinade. Top with cheese during the last 2 minutes. , Serve on buns with lettuce and tomato.

PORTOBELLO BURGER

Steps:

• Put the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a pitcher. Add the basil, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper and whisk together. Pour the mixture into a resealable plastic bag. Add the mushrooms, seal the bag and toss around to coat. Grill immediately, or leave the mushrooms in the marinade for up to 2 hours.
• When ready to cook, heat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Cook the mushrooms until lightly charred and tender, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Toast the buns cut-side down until golden, a couple of minutes.
• Serve the mushrooms in the buns with sliced tomato, red onion, butter lettuce, mustard, mayonnaise and ketchup.

VEGAN PULLED PORK STYLE JACKFRUIT BURGER

Steps:

• Rinse, drain and shake out any excess water through a sieve and chop roughly.
• Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan, add the minced garlic and fry for 2-3 minutes until the garlic turns slightly golden in colour. Add the onion and cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Add in the chopped jackfruit and water, reduce the heat to medium and cover the lid simmer until all water is evaporated, takes about 5 minutes.
• Use a potato masher and mash until all the jackfruit and tie apart. You may also use a fork to "pull" as well.
• Add 2 tbsp barbecue sauce and salt, mix and stir for other 7-8 minutes. The pulled jackfruit should be a bit brown, dry and curve up on the edge, even a few strands get a bit burnt.
• Turn off the heat and 2 tbsp barbecue sauce, mix well, so all the jackfruit is well cooked and saucy.
• Remove it from the heat and serve it on a burger bun with pickled cucumbers, tomato, avocado and green salad leaves.

PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM BURGERS

Steps:

• Place the mushroom caps, smooth side up, in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour over the mushrooms. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes or so, turning twice.
• Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
• Brush grate with oil. Place mushrooms on the grill, reserving marinade for basting. Grill for 5 to 8 minutes on each side, or until tender. Brush with marinade frequently. Top with cheese during the last 2 minutes of grilling.