Even mushroom skeptics will come around once they try a bite of an air fryer portobello mushroom! This easy vegan and keto recipe is ready in just over 20 minutes.
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Whether you’re trying to eat more vegetables or cut back on meat, mushrooms are always a great option. And if you’re looking for a super easy dish, you have to try air fryer portobello mushroom steaks!
They’re crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and have just the right zing of lemon to really make the flavor pop. This healthy dish is also completely vegan, keto-friendly, and ready in just 22 minutes!
And if you love this portobello mushroom recipe, you will love our Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms and Air Fryer Mushrooms side dish option!
Here’s what I’m going to teach you in this post:
- How to make the best portobello mushrooms in the air fryer
- The easy way to prep a portobello mushroom cap for cooking
- What dishes to serve with fried portobello mushrooms
- How to reheat your leftovers so they taste just as good as when they were fresh
I’ve tried grilled portobello mushrooms in the past, but I find they can be difficult to get just right. When I use the air fryer, on the other hand, they turn out perfectly every time! They’re so “meaty” and delicious that they may even change the mind of the most stubborn mushroom skeptic.
How to Make Air Fryer Portobello Mushrooms
A full printable version of this recipe with ingredient measurements is available at the bottom of this post.
STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F.
Remove the stem of the mushroom, then run your mushroom cap under slowly running water. Gently rub to remove any dirt from the outside and inside of the cap. Pat dry with paper towels.
STEP TWO: Zest your lemon with a zester or grater, then cut the lemon in half and juice it.
STEP THREE: Wash the herbs and pat them dry.
STEP FOUR: In a small food processor or blender, add your herbs, garlic, lemon zest and juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
STEP FIVE: Using a basting brush, brush the mushrooms on the top and bottom until well-coated.
STEP SIX: Place the mushroom caps top-side down in the air fryer basket.
STEP SEVEN: Cook at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes, then flip the caps and cook for 2 more minutes.
How to Prep a Portobello Mushroom for Cooking
Start by carefully pulling the stem to one side of the cap. It should easily pop right out. By the way, you can save the stem! It’s great to chop up and throw in omelets, meatballs, homemade vegetable broth, and more.
Next, gently run the mushroom cap under cold water while rubbing to remove any dirt from the outside and inside of the cap. Once cleaned, pat the cap dry with paper towels.
Is it Safe to Eat the Gills of a Portobello Mushroom?
Absolutely! The gills, or fine strips on the underside of the mushroom cap, are completely edible.
For some dishes like stuffed mushrooms, it makes sense to remove them so you have more room for filling. But for these air fryer portobello mushrooms, you can leave them right where they are!
How Do You Know When a Portobello Mushroom is Cooked?
The nice thing about portobello mushrooms is that they are extremely hard to overcook. You just want them to be tender all the way through.
The easiest way to check is to press tongs into the center where the stem used to be. If it feels nice and soft, you’re probably good. If you’re not sure, go ahead and leave the mushrooms in a little longer. There’s no harm!
Is there a Difference Between Portobello and Portabella Mushrooms?
Nope! The two spellings can be used interchangeably. In Italian, portobello would be a masculine noun while portabella is a feminine noun, so if you’d rather think of your mushrooms as guys or gals, feel free to use the corresponding version!
What to Serve with Air Fried Portobello Mushrooms
- Baked Sweet Potato in the Air Fryer
- Easy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
- Mac and Cheese Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Simple Italian Pasta Salad with No Meat
- Tater Tot Casserole with No Meat
How to Store an Air Fryer Portobello Mushroom
If you have any extra mushroom steaks, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’re best enjoyed within about 5 days.
How to Reheat Portobello Mushrooms in the Air Fryer
- Place the leftover mushroom caps in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 350 degrees F for 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through.
Other Meatless Recipes You’ll Love:
- 5-Ingredient Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
- Air Fryer Eggplant Parmesan
- Air Fryer Bok Choy
- Air Fryer Kale Chips
- Chili Lime Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl
- 45 Easy Air Fryer Vegan Recipes
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Air Fryer Portobello Mushroom
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 portobello mushroom caps
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup parsley loosely packed
- ¼ cup oregano loosely packed
- 2 tablespoons loosely packed thyme
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350 degres.
- Remove the stem from your mushroom cap by carefully pulling the cap to the side and it will pop out.
- Hold your mushroom cap under slowly running water and gently rub to remove any dirt from the outside and inside of the cap. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- Zest your lemon with a zester or grater. Then cut your lemon in half to juice it.
- Wash your herbs and pat them dry.
- In a small food processor or blender, place your herbs, garlic, lemon zest and juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Using a basting brush, brush the mushrooms on the top and bottom till they are covered.
- Place the mushroom caps top side down and cook at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes. Then flip the caps for an additional 2 minutes.
Notes
How to Reheat Portobello Mushrooms in the Air Fryer
- Place the leftover mushroom caps in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 350 degrees F for 3 to 4 minutes until warmed through.
Nutrition
This nutrition information is based on the exact products I used in this recipe. Brands and sizes of products could alter exact nutrition and should always be calculated independently.
I love that these can be a full meal in themselves they’re so hearty!
I had never had portabellos before and I can’t get over how much they look like a piece of meat. The air fryer made cooking them so simple! Absolutely delicious!
This is really delicious and super easy to make! Thanks a lot for sharing this amazing recipe, will surely have this again! Loved it!
Loved the texture of these in the AF
in your “Air Fryer Portobello Mushroom” recipe, the 1st step in Instructions says:
“Preheat your air fryer to 350 degre[e]s.” However, in the 8th step in Instructions you have “… (no need to preheat) …”
Preheat or not?
Hi Bob, thank you for letting me know that was still in there! Yes, you should preheat in this recipe so it can be used in any air fryer brand.