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Vegan Crab Cakes

Chef Chrys

Coastal Comfort

≈ 200 cal per cake

Vegan, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian-optional, Vegetarian

Lion’s Mane

Protein-rich, low-fat, and cholesterol-free. Lion’s Mane mimics crab texture while delivering beta-glucans that support gut and brain health.

prep

20

cook

10

total

30

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Lion’s Mane mushroom (shredded)

  • 2 Tbsp vegan mayo

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 large egg OR ¼ cup chickpea flour

  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

  • ¼ cup diced onion

  • 1 Tbsp chopped parsley

  • 1½ tsp Old Bay

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt + pepper to taste

  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil

  • Lemon wedges + tartar or cocktail sauce for serving

Directions

  1. Cook mushrooms covered 10–15 min until liquid releases; cool.

  2. Mix mayo, Dijon, egg/chickpea flour, Worcestershire, onions, parsley, Old Bay, paprika, salt + pepper.

  3. Squeeze water from mushrooms; combine with mixture; fold in panko; form patties ½″ thick.

  4. Pan-fry 3 min per side until golden.

  5. Serve with parsley, lemon, and sauce of choice.

Equipment

  • Knife & cutting board

  • Large mixing bowl

  • Medium skillet or frying pan

  • Spatula or fish turner

  • Measuring spoons & cups

  • Paper towels (for draining)

  • Plate or tray for shaping patties

  • Small bowl for sauce or garnish

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