Mouthwatering Mushroom Bacon: Grow Your Own Pink Oyster Delights!

Ever heard of mushroom bacon? It's real, it's delicious, and you can make it yourself! Our Pink Oyster Mushroom Box makes it super easy to grow your own crispy, smoky treats at home.

Why Pink Oyster Mushrooms?

Pink oyster mushrooms naturally have a flavor that's surprisingly similar to bacon. Cooked right, they get crispy edges with a meaty, chewy center. It's a plant-based dream come true!

Grow Your Own Bacon

Most grocery stores don't carry these vibrant mushrooms, but that's where The Mushroom Box comes in. Our pink oyster mushroom grow kits give you everything you need to cultivate your own supply in just a few weeks. It's a fun, rewarding project, and the payoff is totally delicious.

Simple Mushroom Bacon Recipe

Ready to transform your home-grown pink oysters into bacon? This recipe is easy and customizable.Ingredients:

  • 225g Fresh Pink Oyster Mushrooms (grown with your Mushroom Box!)
  • 30ml Melted Coconut Oil
  • 15ml Dark Maple Syrup
  • 5ml Smoked Paprika
  • 5ml Sea Salt

Instructions:

  1. Rip your Pink Oyster Mushrooms into bacon-like strips.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, maple syrup, smoked paprika, and sea salt.
  3. Coat the mushroom strips evenly in the mixture.
  4. Air fry at 200°C for 8-10 minutes, until crispy. You can also bake them in the oven, flipping halfway through.

Tips & Tricks

  • Experiment with different seasonings! A pinch of garlic powder or a dash of cayenne pepper can add even more flavor.
    *Don't overcrowd the basket or baking tray - give the mushrooms space to crisp up
  • Adjust cooking time based on your desired level of crispiness.

What to Do With Your Mushroom Bacon

The possibilities are endless! Here are a few ideas:

  • Classic BLT: The star of any vegan BLT is the oyster mushroom bacon
  • Pasta: Delicious minced over pasta
  • Wraps: Stuffed into wraps
  • Burgers: Served over burgers
  • Sandwiches: On other sandwiches

Ready to Get Growing?

Click here to order your Pink Oyster Mushroom Box and start your journey to delicious, home-grown mushroom bacon!

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