Air-Fryer Mushroom “Bacon,” Lettuce & Tomato Sandwich
This week’s Sunday Supper features an Air-Fryer Mushroom “Bacon,” Lettuce & Tomato Sandwich from our good friends at The Mushroom Council.
Freshly ground spices and a savory marinade give the mushrooms a bold, smoky flavor, while this Hamilton Beach air fryer works its magic, creating crisp edges and a satisfyingly chewy bite that makes mushroom “bacon” a delicious stand-in for the real thing.
And don’t stop at sandwiches. Try it on salads, avocado toast, baked potatoes, breakfast bowls or scrambled eggs, or just snack on it straight from the air fryer.
Ingredients to cook the mushrooms
- 1 pound king trumpet mushrooms, cleaned and cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch slices
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (Ground in a FinaMill Pepper Pod)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted onion flakes, optional (Ground in a FinaMill Everyday Pod)
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted garlic flakes, optional (Ground in a FinaMill Everyday Pod)
Directions to prepare the sandwich
- Toss the mushrooms, oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, ground pepper, smoked paprika, toasted onion flakes and toasted garlic flakes together in a large bowl until coated. Allow trumpet mushrooms to marinate in the mixture for 30 minutes.
- Coat air-fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray and preheat to 375°F. Working in batches, place mushrooms in a single layer in prepared air-fryer basket. Cook, shaking the air-fryer basket halfway through, until mushrooms are crisp and golden-brown, about 9-13 minutes.
- Create the sandwich with the air fried mushrooms, lettuce and sliced tomatoes on your favorite bread. Toast the bread and add mayonnaise if you wish.
Preparation Tips
- For a bolder smoky flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- Portabella mushrooms also work well in this recipe. Use 1 pound portabella caps (cleaned, stemmed, gills removed), cut into 1/2-inch slices, and marinate for 15 minutes before following the remainder of instructions.
- The absolute best bread for this sandwich is thick-cut, high-quality white bread or sourdough, ideally sliced about 1/2-inch thick. The ideal bread needs to strike a perfect balance: sturdy enough to hold heavy, juicy tomatoes without getting soggy, yet tender enough that it doesn't crush the sandwich fillings when you take a bite.
- Salting the tomato slices while assembling the sandwich improves their flavor and makes them slightly juicier – an especially wise step when tomatoes are out of season.
About The Mushroom Council
The Mushroom Council inspires consumers to enjoy more fresh mushrooms by showing how they can make everyday dishes even better with richer, deeper flavor and valuable nutrients. No tricks. No fuss. Just the satisfying flavor and functional benefits you crave every day. It’s not magic. It’s mushrooms. For more information and other mushroom recipes click here: https://www.mushroomcouncil.com/
About Hamilton Beach
Hamilton Beach has been a trusted small appliance brand for over 100 years. From the iconic drink mixer to coffee makers, air fryers and breakfast sandwich makers, their products are designed to make life easier and more flavorful. With a focus on practical innovation, Hamilton Beach’s range of small kitchen appliances helps home cooks save time, enjoy the process and feel more confident and creative in the kitchen. Follow them @hamiltonbeach on Instagram or Facebook.
