Mushroom Risotto | Instant Pot Recipe (2024)

Rich, creamy mushroom risotto with arborio rice, mixed mushrooms, garlic, vegan parmesan and parsley.

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I have always adored risotto, but never had the balls to tackle it at home. Context: 8 our of 10 times I screw up cooking rice. Sometimes I forget about it, sometimes I eyeball it.. its almost always a scene. So, my life changed completely when I got this Instant Pot! #NoSpon. Seriously, I am obsessed with this machine. I can now cook rice without screwing it up. It’s magic! Since I became so confident in my rice cooking abilities, I decided to tackle the always scary, it’s never perfect unless a chef does it, risotto. It was SUPER easy.

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This decadent mushroom risotto tastes like it was cooked the traditional slow and painful way, but it wasn’t! Thanks Instant Pot! It tastes like someone sat there and stirred the rice for 25 mins, but no one actually had to.

This dish can set well on its own as a main, but also make a gorgeous side dish. It is a most delicious variation on the basic risotto recipe with some soy sauce and white miso to really bring out those umami flavours. I used a recipe I’ve had my eye on for years… I forget what website it was from though… and adapted it to fit my vegan eating requirements. I hope you love this recipe as much as we do. Let me know in the comments what you guys are cooking up in your Instant Pots these days!

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In a microwave safe dish, place dissolved bouillon water and dried mushrooms and microwave until it simmers, about 5 mins. Use a fork or slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms from the broth. Roughly chop the mushrooms and set aside both the mushrooms and the broth in separate bowls.

Press the ‘Saute’ button on your Instant Pot, and heat olive oil and butter.

Add the mixed mushrooms (not the ones we just hydrated), and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook mushrooms stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 8- 10 mins.

Add onion, garlic, and reserved porcini mushrooms and cook until onions are soft, stirring frequently, about 3-5 mins. Add risotto rice and toast, stirring constantly, for 3 mins or until it’s slightly toasted but not brown. Add soy sauce and miso paste and stir to combine.

Add dry white wine and stir, for 2 mins or until wine has evaporated slightly. Add the broth we set aside earlier and submerge rice fully. Close Instant Pot and the pressure valve.

Hit the ‘Pressure Cook’ button and set for 5 mins. After 5 mins, then open valve to release pressure, STAND BACK. Remove the lid and stir the risotto until you get a creamy consistency.

Stir in cream and vegan cheese (if using), and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately, garnished with additional vegan parmesan and parsley.

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Mushroom Risotto | Instant Pot Recipe

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This is a Rich, creamy mushroom risotto made with arborio rice, mixed mushrooms, garlic, vegan parmesan and parsley. This decadent vegan mushroom risotto tastes like it was cooked the traditional slow and painful way, but it wasn’t! Thanks Instant Pot! It tastes like someone sat there and stirred the rice for 25 mins, but no one actually had to.

Author: The Edgy Veg

Recipe type: Mains

Cuisine: Italian

Serves: Serves 4-6

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Instructions

  1. In a microwave safe dish, place dissolved bouillon water and dried mushrooms and microwave until it simmers, about 5 mins.
  2. Use a fork or slotted spoon to remove the mushrooms from the broth.
  3. Roughly chop the mushrooms and set aside both the mushrooms and the broth in separate bowls.
  4. Press the 'Saute' button on your Instant Pot, and heat olive oil and butter.
  5. Add the mixed mushrooms (not the ones we just hydrated), and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Cook mushrooms stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 8- 10 mins.
  7. Add onion, garlic, and reserved porcini mushrooms and cook until onions are soft, stirring frequently, about 3-5 mins.
  8. Add risotto rice and toast, stirring constantly, for 3 mins or until it’s slightly toasted but not brown.
  9. Add soy sauce and miso paste and stir to combine.
  10. Add dry white wine and stir, for 2 mins or until wine has evaporated slightly.
  11. Add the broth we set aside earlier and submerge rice fully.
  12. Close Instant Pot and the pressure valve.
  13. Hit the 'Pressure Cook' button and set for 5 mins.
  14. After 5 mins, then open valve to release pressure, STAND BACK.
  15. Remove the lid and stir the risotto until you get a creamy consistency.
  16. Stir in cream and vegan cheese (if using), and parsley.
  17. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately, garnished with additional vegan parmesan and parsley.

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Mushroom Risotto | Instant Pot Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best ratio for risotto? ›

Remember that it will always be 3 times as much broth as rice, meaning if you use 1 cup of rice you will need to use at least 3 cups of broth and the amount increases if there are more people. Risotto for two people: ¾ cup of rice, at least 2 ¼ cups of broth.

How much risotto rice for 3? ›

As a general rule, 60g per person is perfect for a starter, light meal, or if you've bulked out the dish with other ingredients. For more generous portions, go with 75g each. Whatever type of risotto you're making, use piping hot stock – it means the grains will start to soften and cook straight away.

Can you cook risotto in a pot? ›

While you can make an extra-easy risotto in the Instant Pot, or a baked risotto in the oven, even a stovetop version, like this one, is surprisingly accessible. It's true that once you start cooking, it does require a fair amount of attention, but it doesn't take more than 30 minutes to make.

What pairs well with mushroom risotto? ›

What to serve with Mushroom Risotto
  • CRISPY Herb Baked Chicken with Gravy.
  • Crispy Pan Fried Fish – or serve this as the main with the Mushroom risotto on the side.
  • Garlic Prawns (Shrimp!)
  • Roast Chicken – or a Slow Cooker Roast Chicken.
  • Pork Roast with Crispy Crackling.
  • Standing Rib Roast (Prime Rib) or Marinated Roast Beef.
Jan 18, 2020

What is the secret to a good risotto? ›

Top 10 Tips for a Great Risotto
  • Always use warm stock. ...
  • Use a wide pan. ...
  • Use Arborio rice. ...
  • Toast the rice. ...
  • Deglaze with wine. ...
  • Watch your time. ...
  • Stir, but not too much. ...
  • Add the stock in small increments.
Feb 19, 2021

How much risotto does 1 cup make? ›

Well, an average serving of risotto requires about 70 g (5 oz) so one cup will be enough for 2 large servings - of course it depends also on the rest of the ingredients.

How much risotto for 4 cups of water? ›

In general, a good starting point is to use a ratio of about 3-4 cups of liquid for every cup of rice. This liquid can be a combination of water, broth, or wine. However, it's important to add the liquid to the risotto gradually and stir continuously to prevent it from becoming too watery.

Can you stir risotto too much? ›

Some people, however, stir it too frequently. This adds air into the risotto, cooling it down and making it gluey.

How much risotto does 1 cup of Arborio rice make? ›

Typically, 1 to 1 1/2 ounces (or about 1/4 to 1/3 cup) of Arborio rice per person is used to make traditional Italian risotto, which yields about 2 cups of cooked risotto per cup of dry Arborio rice.

How do restaurants cook risotto so fast? ›

We par cook it. We make the recipe without finishing it with cream or butter or cheese. We pour the hot risotto onto a sheet tray to cool quickly and then store it in a container. Once we are ready to serve, we reheat the risotto with a little chicken stock, and finish with cream, butter, and some parmesan cheese.

Why is my risotto still hard after cooking? ›

If your risotto is still hard, it hasn't finished cooking. Keep adding more stock until it becomes al dente or your preferred texture.

Is broth or stock better for risotto? ›

Stock and broth are equally great for thinning out sauces, making risotto, or as a base for quick soups. Broth is better for consuming as is because it has seasoning that makes it tastier on its own. Broth may be preferred as a flavor enhancer for cooking plain white rice or grains.

What meat to eat with risotto? ›

What to Serve With Risotto: 30 + 5 Dishes
  • Honey Mustard & Rosemary Chicken.
  • Garlic Butter Shrimp.
  • Cast Iron Skillet Steak.
  • Baked Salmon Filet.
  • Oven Baked Pork Chops.
  • Seared Scallops (With Garlic Butter!)
  • Mexican Shredded Beef.
  • Butter-Seared Lobster Tails.
Nov 28, 2023

What rice not to use for risotto? ›

​For making risotto, avoid any long-grain rice varieties. They are less starchy and are not going to achieve a creamy texture.

What do Italians eat with risotto? ›

In Italy, when it is not used as a complete meal, risotto is considered a main dish, and is usually served with small portions of meat or light vegetable side dishes. For example, it is very common to pair risotto with a couple of lemon escalopes, or with bresaola and arugula.

What is the ratio for Arborio risotto? ›

As a general guideline, a standard ratio for making risotto is approximately 3 to 4 cups of stock for every 1 cup of Arborio rice. This ratio allows the rice to absorb the liquid and create a creamy texture.

What is the ratio of Arborio rice to water for risotto? ›

Servings: When it comes to servings, a good rule of thumb with risotto is a ratio of 3:1. That would be 3 cups liquid for 1 cup of rice. If you use this rule the risotto will be perfect every time because once all the liquid is absorbed this is the indication that the rice is done.

How much Arborio rice per person for risotto? ›

Arborio is slightly smaller and will produce a soft, comforting risotto, though it's more prone to overcooking. As a general rule, 60g per person is perfect for a starter, light meal, or if you've bulked out the dish with other ingredients. For more generous portions, go with 75g each.

What ratios for Arborio rice? ›

Combine 1½ cups in water or broth with 1 cup rice. Bring to a boil. Stir once, cover with lid and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove hear and let stand for 10 minutes.

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