Easy Mushroom Rice Recipe | One Pot Lunch Idea | Mushroom Pulao Without Pressure Cooker

Easy Mushroom Rice Recipe | One Pot Lunch Idea | Mushroom Pulao Without Pressure Cooker |



Looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner idea? Try this delicious Mushroom Rice Recipe, made with simple ingredients and packed with flavor! This is a one-pot mushroom pulao that comes together without any pressure cooker—perfect for beginners, busy parents, and anyone who loves mushroom dishes.

In this video, I’ll show you how to make mushroom rice step-by-step, using basmati rice, sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and warm spices. It’s an ideal vegetarian meal that goes perfectly with curd, raita, or just by itself.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

One-pot meal

Ready in under 30 minutes

Comforting and full of flavor

No pressure cooker needed

Perfect for lunch boxes, dinner, or weekend meals

📌 Try this easy mushroom rice for:
Lunch | Dinner | Meal prep | Kids lunchbox | Vegetarian weeknight meal

🍚 Mushroom Rice Recipe (Serves 2–3)
A delicious, aromatic rice dish with mushrooms and warm spices—perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!

🧄 Ingredients:
1 cup Basmati rice (soaked for 20 minutes)

2 cups water

200 grams button mushrooms (sliced)

1 large onion (finely sliced)

4 garlic cloves (minced)

½ tsp chili flakes

½ tsp black pepper

Salt to taste

1 inch cinnamon stick

2 tbsp oil or ghee

Fresh coriander or spring onion greens (for garnish)

🍳 Method:
Prep the Rice

Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 20 minutes.

Drain and set aside.

Sauté Aromatics

Heat oil or ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan.

Add the cinnamon stick and let it release its aroma.

Add the sliced onions and sauté until golden brown.

Add the minced garlic and cook for a minute until fragrant.

Cook the Mushrooms

Add the sliced mushrooms and a pinch of salt.

Sauté until they shrink and release their moisture.

Stir in chili flakes and black pepper. Mix well.

Add the Rice

Add the drained rice to the pan and gently mix it with the mushrooms.

Sauté for 1–2 minutes to coat the rice with the flavors.

Cook Everything Together

Add 2 cups of water and salt to taste.

Give it a gentle stir, bring it to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 12–15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.

Turn off the heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes.

Garnish & Serve

Fluff the rice gently with a fork.

Garnish with fresh coriander or spring onion greens.

Serve hot with curd, raita, or enjoy it just as is!

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