Description
This comforting Mushroom Rice recipe combines tender baby portabella mushrooms with aromatic garlic, onions, and thyme, cooked in savory beef broth to create a rich and flavorful side dish. It’s perfect for a hearty meal and garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushroom and Aromatics
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound baby portabella mushrooms, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms and Onions: In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped mushrooms and diced onions, cooking for 6-7 minutes until caramelized and golden brown. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant. Remove the cooked vegetables from the pot and set aside.
- Toast and Simmer Rice: In the same pot, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the long-grain rice, dried thyme, and salt. Stir the mixture and cook for 1 minute to toast the rice lightly. Pour in 1/2 cup of the beef broth and use a spatula to scrape up any flavorful browned bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Add the remaining broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook the Rice: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and cook for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed the broth.
- Combine and Rest: Remove the pot from heat. Stir the previously cooked mushrooms and onions back into the rice. Cover the pot and let it stand for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh touch before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute beef broth with vegetable broth.
- To add extra depth, consider adding a splash of white wine when toasting the rice.
- Ensure the rice is evenly toasted to avoid a soggy texture.
- You can substitute baby portabella mushrooms with cremini or button mushrooms if preferred.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated with a splash of broth to maintain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mushroom rice, mushroom side dish, rice recipe, savory rice, beef broth rice, portabella mushrooms
