Vegan Mushroom Rice Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups basmati or long-grain rice (washed & soaked 20 min)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (or vegan butter)
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 250 g mushrooms (button, cremini, or shiitake), sliced
• 2 cups vegetable broth (or water + bouillon)
• 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for umami)
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the onions & garlic:
   Heat oil in a pan, sauté onions until golden brown. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
2. Add mushrooms:
   Toss in the sliced mushrooms. Cook until they release water and become golden.
3. Add rice & spices:
   Stir in the drained rice, salt, pepper, and soy sauce. Mix well to coat the rice with flavors.
4. Cook:
   Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes (or until rice is fluffy).
5. Rest & fluff:
   Turn off the heat, let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
6. Garnish & serve:
   Sprinkle with fresh parsley or green onions.

✨ Serving ideas:

• Pair with roasted veggies or a fresh salad.
• Serve alongside vegan curry or lentils.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.