Description
This Mushroom Rice Recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make vegetarian side dish featuring tender long-grain white rice cooked with sautéed mushrooms, aromatic onions, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect as a comforting accompaniment or a light main, it’s both wholesome and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
Fats and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Heat the butter or olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds to release its fragrance.
- Sauté the mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook for 5–6 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown, enhancing their earthy flavor.
- Toast the rice: Stir in the long-grain white rice and cook for 1–2 minutes, allowing the grains to toast slightly, which adds depth to the final dish.
- Add liquids and seasoning: Pour in the broth and soy sauce, then add the dried thyme. Stir well to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Simmer the rice: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.
- Rest and garnish: Remove the pan from heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with the chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use a mix of mushroom varieties such as shiitake or portobello to add depth and variety.
- This recipe can be adapted to brown rice—just increase the cooking time to about 40-45 minutes and add slightly more broth.
- Serve as a delicious side dish or enjoy as a main course topped with a fried egg or alongside grilled protein for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
