This Instant Pot Mushroom Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that will warm you up on a chilly day. Made with a variety of mushrooms, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this stew is perfect for vegetarians and mushroom lovers alike. The Instant Pot makes the cooking process quick and easy, resulting in a tender and rich stew that can be served on its own or with some crusty bread. Try this comforting recipe and enjoy the earthy flavors of mushrooms in every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 8 ounces oyster mushrooms, sliced
- 1 carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Press the 'Saute' button on the Instant Pot and heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the sliced cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms to the pot. Stir occasionally and cook until the mushrooms are golden brown.
- Add the diced carrot, celery, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable broth, red wine, tomato paste, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the mushrooms and vegetables in the Instant Pot.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the 'Sealing' position. Press the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' button and set the cooking time to 15 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before carefully turning the valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and give the stew a stir. If desired, season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Instant Pot Mushroom Stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy this flavorful and comforting stew with crusty bread or over a bed of steamed rice.
Interesting Facts
Mushrooms are a great source of nutrients and are low in calories.
Using a mix of different mushrooms adds depth of flavor to the stew.
The Instant Pot allows for a quicker cooking time while still infusing the stew with rich flavors.