Creamy Butter Garlic Mushroom Rice Bowl is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines buttery garlic mushrooms with creamy rice, making it perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
For the Creamy Garlic Mushroom
- 200gbutton mushrooms, sliced
- 2tbspbutter
- 4clovegarlic, minced
- 1piecesmall onion, finely chopped
- 1/2cupheavy cream or cooking cream
- 1/4cupgrated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/2tspblack pepper
- 1tspdried or fresh thyme or parsley
- Salt to taste
For the Rice
- 1cupbasmati rice or any long-grain rice
- 2cupswater or vegetable broth
- 1tbspbutter or oil
- Salt to taste
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Grated Parmesan or cheese (optional)
- Chili flakes (optional)
How to make Creamy Butter Garlic Mushroom Rice Bowl
Cook the Rice
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a saucepan, heat butter or oil, add the rice, and sauté for a minute.
Add water or vegetable broth and salt. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is cooked and fluffy. Set aside.
Prepare the Garlic Mushroom
Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant, but do not let it burn.
Add the chopped onions and cook until translucent.
Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes until they release their water and turn golden brown.
Stir in salt, black pepper, and thyme or parsley.
Reduce the heat to low, add the cream, and stir well. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens.
If using, add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into the sauce.
Assemble the Rice Bowl
In a bowl, place a generous serving of the cooked rice.
Top with the creamy garlic mushroom mixture.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, grated Parmesan, or a sprinkle of chili flakes for a little kick.
Tips & Tricks
Add Protein: You can add grilled chicken, tofu, or paneer to the dish for extra protein.
Make it Vegan: Use olive oil or a plant-based butter alternative and substitute the cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.
Enhance Flavor: For an extra burst of flavor, you can sprinkle a little lemon zest or squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the top.