One-Pot Soy Sauce Mushroom Rice – A Savory Side or Simple Main Dish Recipe
This One-Pot Soy Sauce Mushroom Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that can serve as a savory side or a simple main meal. Featuring tender mushrooms sautéed with garlic and onion, infused with soy and oyster sauces, and cooked with fragrant long-grain rice in a single pot, it’s a comforting and satisfying recipe perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Rice and Broth
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 2 ½ cups vegetable or chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (cremini, button, or shiitake)
Oils and Sauces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
Seasonings and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse Rice: Rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the unsalted butter or neutral oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms along with a pinch of salt to the pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.
- Add Sauces and Oils: Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and sesame oil to coat the mushrooms and aromatics evenly, building a deep umami flavor.
- Combine Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir well to coat the grains with the sauce and vegetable mixture.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Finish and Serve: Fluff the rice with a fork, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for a fried rice variation to achieve a different texture.
- Substitute tamari for soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Add spinach, tofu, or eggs to turn this side dish into a complete meal.
- Leftovers freeze well and can be reheated for future meals.
Keywords: mushroom rice, one-pot rice, soy sauce rice, easy side dish, vegetarian rice dish, savory rice, simple weeknight recipe
