Name: Seared Maitake Mushrooms
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: 1 leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced; Kosher salt; ½ small shallot, finely chopped; 2 cornichons, finely chopped; ⅓ cup vegan or regular mayonnaise; 2 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1 Tbsp. capers, finely chopped; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp. plus ½ cup olive oil; 2 8-oz. maitake mushrooms, cleaned, halved through the stem; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

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At Vedge in Philadelphia, chef Richard Landau entices carnivores at his vegan spot by making a statement with dramatic, crispy mushrooms. Find maitakes at specialty and farmers' markets.

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