lion's mane soup

The crabmeat-like texture of Lion's Mane makes it a great substitute for actual crab in TONS of dishes like this soup.

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Ingredients

• avocado oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp ginger, minced

• 3 scallions, chopped (white and green parts separated)

• 6 oz lion’s mane, shredded

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp Trader Joe’s Mushroom & Company Multipurpose Umami Seasoning Blend

• 1 tsp ground white pepper

• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

• 3 cups vegetable/chicken stock

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• Optional: 1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water

• salt to taste

• Garnish with herbs

Directions

1. Heat and oil a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add in garlic, ginger, and white parts of scallions. Saute until scallions become slightly translucent.

2. Add in lion’s mane, turmeric, mushroom powder, white pepper, and black pepper. Pour in stock, stir carefully, and cover. Let soup simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Remove lid and use your spatula/ladle to carefully but quickly stir soup in a circular motion. While stirring, use your other hand to pour in beaten eggs in thin ribbons. Once all added, continue stirring for another 30 seconds. If using a cornstarch slurry, add it in here while stirring. Allow to cook for another 3-4 minutes. Adjust with salt to taste. Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with herbs.