Name: Seared Maitake Mushrooms
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 leek, white and pale-green parts only, thinly sliced; Kosher salt; 1/2 small shallot, finely chopped; 2 cornichons, finely chopped; 1/3 cup vegan or regular mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon capers, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 8-ounce maitake mushrooms, cleaned, halved through the stem; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

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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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