Description
These Grilled Portobello Mushroom Tacos are a flavorful and hearty vegetarian meal featuring marinated and perfectly grilled mushrooms served on warm corn tortillas with fresh avocado and cilantro. Ideal for a quick and healthy dinner, these tacos offer a smoky, zesty taste that will satisfy both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Marinade
- 4 large Portobello mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
Tacos
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Optional: sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean the Portobello mushrooms thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any dirt, then remove the stems and gills to ensure a smooth texture and better absorption of marinade.
- Marinate Mushrooms: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, and chili powder. Coat the mushrooms evenly with this marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat to ensure the mushrooms cook quickly, developing a nice char without drying out.
- Grill Mushrooms: Place the marinated mushrooms on the hot grill and cook them for about 5 to 7 minutes on each side until they become tender and slightly charred for enhanced smoky flavor.
- Warm Tortillas: During the final few minutes of grilling the mushrooms, warm the corn tortillas directly on the grill to make them pliable and to add a slight smokiness.
- Assemble Tacos: Slice the grilled mushrooms into strips and distribute them evenly onto the warmed tortillas. Top each taco with diced avocado, chopped cilantro, additional lime juice if desired, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for added creaminess.
Notes
- Removing the gills from Portobello mushrooms helps reduce bitterness and prevents excess moisture in the tacos.
- Allowing the mushrooms to marinate enhances their flavor and keeps them juicy when grilled.
- You can substitute corn tortillas with flour tortillas if preferred, but corn provides an authentic taste and is gluten-free.
- For a vegan option, skip the sour cream or use a plant-based yogurt.
- Keep an eye on the mushrooms while grilling to avoid overcooking which can make them tough.
