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Food Is Medicine – Wild Rice and Mushroom Pilaf

By November 19, 2020March 16th, 2024No Comments

This dish is elegant enough for any special occasion.  I used the Instant Pot to saute and cook the rice (Steps 1-3).  It sped up the process substantially only taking 15 minutes to cook using the rice setting.  Pair this dish with your favorite protein and a side vegetable to complete the meal.  

  • vegetable broth, water or wine for stir-frying
  • 1 large onion, chopped (2 cups)
  • 3 ribs celery, chopped (3/4 cup)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 3/4 cup wild rice
  • 3/4 cup brown rice
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 20 ounces of button mushrooms, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup cilantro or chopped parsley
  • 1-2 Tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
  • black pepper, to taste
  1. In a dutch oven, saute onion and celery for 4-6 minutes in the liquid of choice until soft.
  2. Add garlic and thyme, saute for one minute more.
  3. Add rice, broth, and bring to a boil.  Cover and simmer 50-55 minutes until most of the liquid has been absorbed.  There will be some liquid left in the pan.
  4. Heat a small amount of wine, water or broth in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.  Add mushrooms and cook for 4-6 minutes, until browned and tender, stiring occasionally.
  5. Add mushrooms ot rice, stir in parsley or cilantro, vinegar and pepper.  Fluff with a fork and serve.

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