Wild Mexican Abalone Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Abalone

   Rinse the abalone under cold water and pat dry. Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the meat from the shell and slice it into thin pieces.

2. 2

   Sauté the Mushrooms

   In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced maitake mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are golden brown.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Thyme

   Stir in the minced garlic and fresh thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Cook the Abalone

   Add the sliced abalone to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until just cooked through and tender.

5. 5

   Finish with Preserved Lemon

   Stir in the chopped preserved lemon, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.

6. 6

   Serve

   Plate the wild Mexican abalone with the sautéed maitake mushrooms and drizzle with any remaining sauce from the skillet.