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Instant Pot Mushroom Rice

Quick, easy and vegan mushroom rice made in the Instant pot makes for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time11 minutes
Resting time21 minutes
Course: Main Course, Mains
Cuisine: International
Servings: 3

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

For soaking the rice

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 3 cups water

For the mushroom rice

  • 1.5 tbsp neutral flavored vegetable oil
  • 3 tsp grated garlic
  • 1 cup finely chopped onions
  • 1 tbsp chopped spring onion whites
  • 5 fresh chives chopped roughly
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped celery leaves
  • 300 grams sliced mushrooms
  • 1.5 tsp freshly cracked pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1.25 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped spring onion greens

For garnish

  • 3 fresh chives roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp chopped spring onion greens

Instructions

Washing and soaking the rice

  • Place the basmati in a colander and wash under running water till water runs clear.
  • Transfer this to a bowl and add 3 cups water.
  • Let it soak for 15 mins.
  • While the rice soaks, get the chopping done.

Sauteeing

  • Insert the stainless steel inner pot into the Instant Pot.
  • Turn on Saute mode on Normal for 8 mins.
  • Add oil and when it is heated up, add grated garlic.
  • Saute the garlic for 20 to 30 secs.
  • Now, add finely chopped onions and spring onion whites.
  • Mix well and cook till onions turn pink and soft.
  • If you are using low sodium broth, please add salt at this stage.
  • Add chives and celery.
  • Mix well.
  • Now, add the sliced mushrooms and pepper.
  • Stir to combine and cook till mushrooms wilt.
  • Drain the soaked rice in a colander.
  • Add soaked rice and 1.25 cups vegetable broth to the mushroom mixture.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Add spring onion greens and mix well.

Instant Pot mushroom rice cooking time and mode

  • Press CANCEL.
  • Ensure that the sealing ring is fitted properly into the Instant Pot lid.
  • Close the IP and turn the valve to SEALING.
  • Now, turn on PRESSURE COOK MODE -HIGH PRESSURE and set the timer to 3 minutes.
  • Allow the cooking cycle to complete.
  • When done, allow Natural Pressure release for 6 mins.
  • After pressure releases naturally for 6 mins, do a quick pressure release by turning the valve to VENTING.
  • When the pin drops, open the lid and fluff the rice gently.
  • Garnish with finely chopped chives and spring onions.

For Instant Pot & Air Fryer Recipes

Instant Pot timings may vary based on your geographic location. Air fryer settings and timings may vary based on the capacity and the model of the Air fryer.

Disclaimer

Nutrition values are provided here as a courtesy and are only a rough guide. Please consult a health care provider if you have any concerns.

Nutrition

Serving: 250g
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