What Is Vegan Lobster?
If you’ve tried store-bought vegan lobster, you know just how bizarre the texture can be. In fact, it can be fairly gelatinous! Well, what you’re tasting is almost always a tuber flour — usually konjac or yam flour. That base is then sometimes mixed with another type of flour, like all-purpose flour. After that, it’s shaped and seasoned to perfection.
However, vegan lobster can also be made at home, typically using oyster mushrooms or hearts of palm. This method is employed when making lobster rolls, and can taste incredibly similar to the real thing! Sauté your mushrooms, let cool, then mix with some vegan mayo, lemon juice, scallions, and any other seasonings you enjoy for a quick vegan treat!
If you’d prefer to stick to quick, convenient vegan lobster in your rolls, sushi, and more, make sure to check out our top store-bought vegan lobster recommendations here. Bon appétit!
