Creamy and Flavorful Vegan Mushroom Risotto Recipe

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Creamy and Flavorful Vegan Mushroom Risotto Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 04, 2024

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

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and become tender.
  3. Stir in Arborio rice and cook for a few minutes until lightly toasted.
  4. Pour in white wine and cook until absorbed.
  5. Gradually add vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until the rice is creamy and cooked al dente.
  6. Stir in nutritional yeast, vegan butter, salt, and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken.
  8. 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.