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Mushroom Rice (Mushroom Pilau)

Mouthwatering Mushroom Rice Pilau: A Flavorful Escape

This Mushroom Rice Pilau offers a quick and flavorful escape into comfort food with gluten-free and vegan options.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 8 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Wash until water runs clear and soak for 20 minutes.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Ghee Swap with vegetable oil for a vegan option.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Flavor
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (Button or Chestnut) Fresh preferred.
  • 4 pods Cardamom Lightly crushed.
  • 2 Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Fresh or ground.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Remove after cooking.
For Stock and Seasoning
  • 3 cups Chicken or Vegetable Stock Use vegetable stock for vegetarian.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.

Equipment

  • Non-stick pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash the basmati rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak in cold water for 20 minutes, then drain.
  2. Melt ghee in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and releasing moisture.
  4. Stir in crushed cardamom pods, turmeric, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick. Cook for 45 seconds.
  5. Pour in chicken or vegetable stock to deglaze the pan. Season with salt and pepper, then gently fold in the drained basmati rice.
  6. Lower the heat and cover the pan. Simmer for 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  7. Turn off the heat and let sit covered for an additional 6-8 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Mushroom Rice in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

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