Achaari Mushroom Kebabs Street Food

Juicy king oyster mushrooms make for a robust vegan meal with salad and naan. Marinate king oyster mushroom slices in spicy achaar masala marinade and then grill until almost meaty in texture.

How to serve Achaari Mushroom Kebabs

Serve in these delicious mushroom “steaks” in soft and fluffy grilled naan, along with salad and my trusty vegan mint mayo. It’s such a fresh, flavoursome and satisfying meal.

How to make a vegan kebab

I thought long and hard about what a dream vegan kebab might look like. I’m a huge fan of vegan “meat” replacements. I have dabbled in a few vegan kebab experiments with some lovely results. Seitan, tofu, tempeh and pea protein all work wonderfully if you want to give them a try. Having said this, I also appreciate that many people don’t want to try and replicate the texture and flavour of meat in their cooking. Cue the Achaari Mushroom Kebab!

What is Achaar masala?

Achaar masala or Achar masala is a blend of spices used for pickling and preserving in Indian cusine. Lots of people make it at home in line with their family’s taste. It usually contains a blend of the following spices, ground to a powder:

Chilli powderFenugreek seedsSplit mustard seedsFennel seedsBlack peppercornsSaltOil

In this recipe, I opt for shop-bought Achaar masala for a speedy kebab recipe you can throw together at the end of a busy day.

Can I use any other mushrooms for these Achaari Mushroom Kebabs?

Certainly! Any large, meaty mushrooms will work well in this recipe. Portobello, large chestnut and oyster mushrooms are all perfect. If you can only get your hands on small button mushrooms, you can marinate them whole and cook as directed.