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Delicious Mushroom Rice for Home Cooks

Mushroom Rice made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups vegetable or mushroom broth
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms such as cremini or button, sliced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture, about 5-8 minutes.
  6. Stir in the rinsed rice, toasting it briefly for about 2 minutes.
  7. Pour in the vegetable or mushroom broth and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  9. After cooking, remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley.