BBQ Lion's Mane Pulled Sliders

Think mushrooms can’t hold their own on the grill? Think again. Lion’s mane is the wild card of the mushroom world—meaty and juicy. 

We’ve thrown together a quick, no-fuss slider recipe that lets this mushroom do all the talking—smoky, saucy, and bang-on for summer gatherings. No meat, no mystery—just pure mushroom brilliance.

Check out the recipe below: 

Ingredients:

• 2–3 large fresh lion’s mane mushrooms
  
  

• 1 tbsp olive oil
  
  

• 1 tsp smoked paprika
  
  

• ½ tsp garlic powder
  
  

• ½ tsp sea salt
  
  

• Freshly cracked black pepper
  
  

• BBQ sauce (your favourite)
  
  

• Brioche buns
  
  

• Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, grilled onions, vegan mayo
  
  

Instructions:

1. Prep the Mushrooms:
   Gently clean the lion’s mane mushrooms and tear them into thick shreds by hand. This gives them a pulled texture.
   
   

2. Drain the Moisture:
   Lion’s mane holds a lot of water. Sauté the shreds dry (no oil) in a pan over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the moisture has cooked off. Press them gently with a spatula to help release excess liquid.
   
   

3. Season:
   Once dry, toss the mushrooms in olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
   
   

4. Grill:
   Transfer to a hot BBQ (or grill pan), using a grill basket or mat if needed. Cook for 5–7 minutes per side, turning until lightly crisped and golden.
   
   

5. Sauce it:
   Brush or toss with BBQ sauce and return to the grill for another 2–3 minutes, just until the sauce caramelises and sticks.
   
   

6. Assemble:
   Pile onto buns with your favourite toppings and enjoy immediately.

Happy grilling!