Description
A flavorful and comforting Mushroom Rice recipe featuring sautéed cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and thyme-infused long-grain rice cooked in savory low-sodium broth. This easy one-pan dish is perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms and Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
Rice and Broth
- 1½ cups long-grain rice
- 2½ cups low-sodium broth (chicken or vegetable)
- Fresh thyme, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: In a large pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add half of the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes until they are golden and caramelized. Remove mushrooms from the pan and set aside.
- Cook Onions and Garlic: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté over medium heat until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the remaining minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Toast Rice and Season: Add the uncooked long-grain rice to the pan along with fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously and toast the rice for about 30 seconds to enhance its flavor.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in ½ cup of the low-sodium broth to deglaze the pan and scrape up any browned bits stuck to the bottom. This adds depth to the flavor.
- Simmer Rice: Add the remaining broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and cook the rice for 15 to 17 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Combine and Rest: Remove the pan from heat and gently fold in the sautéed mushrooms. Cover the pan again and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the rice to steam fully.
- Serve: Fluff the mushroom rice with a fork and serve warm as a delicious side dish or vegetarian main.
Notes
- You can use either chicken or vegetable broth depending on your preference for a vegetarian option.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme if needed; use about 1 teaspoon dried.
- For extra flavor, garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley before serving.
- Ensure the pan is well covered during simmering for even cooking of the rice.
- If you prefer a richer dish, substitute part of the broth with a splash of white wine during deglazing.
