Mushroom Steak Elote Tacos

mexican steak tacos made vegan.

Delicious Mushroom Steak Elote Tacos made with crispy portobello mushrooms, creamy vegan elote, and a shaved lime fennel salad. These street style tacos are full of exciting, vibrant, and bold Mexican flavors. You won’t believe it’s all made from plants! These tacos are best enjoyed with a group, so save this recipe to impress your friends and family for the next get together!

How to Make Mushroom Steak Elote Tacos:​

How to Transform Mushrooms into Steak:​

The mushroom steak is made from sliced portobello mushrooms seared to perfection on a cast iron skillet. They’re perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, just like a cut of steak. We tested this out with several variations of mushrooms, and found sliced portobello to be the PERFECT steak alternative. We recommend slicing large pieces, tossing in oil and steak seasoning, and searing on either side. You only need 2-3 pieces per taco, so one portobello mushroom will be enough for 3-4 tacos.

Here are all of the ingredients used in this quick and easy dinner recipe:

• Portobello Mushrooms
• Olive Oil
• Steak Seasoning
• Fire Roasted Corn
• Vegan Sour Cream
• Lime Zest
• Chili Powder
• Flaky Sea Salt
• Cilantro
• Fennel Bulb
• Jalapeño

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How to Make Vegan Elote:

Elote is a Mexican dish made by combining grilled corn with cream, lime, chili, and cheese. We put a healthy twist on the classic resulting in a vegan elote that’s just as delicious as the original. We used fire roasted frozen corn warmed and tossed with Forager’s vegan sour cream, chili powder, flaky sea salt, and chopped cilantro. Use two big scoops per taco.

Adding to the list of fun flavors and textures is a shaved lime fennel salad. It’s made by simply shaving fennel bulb with a mandolin and pairing with olive oil, flaky sea salt, and lime zest. It’s the perfect refreshing addition to these bold tacos. I like to add these to the bottom of the taco so they don’t fall out.

Confused? Here are some frequently asked questions:

1. Is mushroom steak healthier than regular steak?

Regular steak has a significant amount more protein than mushroom steak, but portobello mushrooms have a significant amount more nutrients. Studies have linked red meat consumption to heart disease and cancer, whereas portobello mushrooms are linked to reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

2. Are these tacos kid friendly?

The recipe as written is too intense for most kids. There are a lot of flavors at play including chili powder. If you want to feed this meal to your kids, I would start with removing the chili powder. From there, make changes as necessary to your child.

3. Does mushroom steak actually taste like steak?

If you don’t like mushrooms, you won’t like mushroom steak. They still taste like mushrooms, it’s the texture and look that’s meat-like. If you like mushrooms, or are even neutral, I’m confident you’ll love the taste. We used steak seasoning so there’s quite a bit of familiarity taste wise.

Health Benefits of Mushroom Steak:

We love mushrooms. We used portobello mushrooms in this recipe which are a great healthy addition to your diet. Here are some key nutritional benefits:

• Rich in Nutrients. Portobello mushrooms are low in calories but rich in nutrients. They contain various vitamins such as B vitamins (riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid), minerals like selenium, copper, and potassium, and are a good source of dietary fiber.
• High in Antioxidants. Portobello mushrooms are rich in antioxidants, including ergothioneine and selenium, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Heart Healthy. The high potassium content in portobello mushrooms can help regulate blood pressure, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Additionally, their high fiber content may help lower cholesterol levels.
• Aids in Weight Loss. Portobello mushrooms are low in calories and fat but high in fiber, making them a filling option that can help with weight management by promoting satiety and reducing overall calorie intake.
• Controls Blood Sugar. Portobello mushrooms have a low glycemic index, meaning they cause a slower and steadier increase in blood sugar levels compared to high-glycemic foods. This can be beneficial for individuals with diabetes or those looking to manage blood sugar levels.

{If you like this recipe you’ll love my VEGAN FLAUTAS and my CHORIZO TACOS.}