Indulge in this creamy and flavorful vegan mushroom risotto that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. This dish is made with simple ingredients and packed with umami flavors from the mushrooms and seasonings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Arborio rice
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound mixed mushrooms (such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster), sliced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup vegan butter
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and become tender.
- Stir in Arborio rice and cook for a few minutes until lightly toasted.
- Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed.
- Gradually add vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until the rice is creamy and cooked al dente.
- Stir in nutritional yeast, vegan butter, salt, and pepper.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Interesting Facts
Arborio rice is a short-grain rice commonly used in risotto for its high starch content, which gives the dish its creamy texture.
Nutritional yeast is a vegan staple that adds a cheesy flavor to dishes without any dairy.
Mushrooms are a great source of umami flavor, making them a perfect addition to vegan risotto.