Level up your fried rice game with this Asian-style mushroom fried rice recipe. Easy to make and bursting with umami flavours.
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Hina Says, “Fried Rice is the ultimate definition of convenient comfort food. It is fast, easy, and so satisfying. It requires minimal effort but yields maximum flavour.”
Mushroom fried rice reigns supreme as a timeless classic that embodies the essence of simplicity and sophistication. By combining the earthy richness of mushrooms with starchy rice and aromatic ingredients, this dish offers a whole new level of delicious gratification.
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- vegan
- gluten-free
- one pot meal
- meal prep friendly
- requires less than 30 minutes
- best way to recycle leftover rice
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Mushrooms are the star of this fried rice recipe, imparting a unique umami depth of flavour that elevates the entire dish. From meaty shiitakes, and button mushrooms to delicate enoki, you can use a variety of mushrooms for this fried rice recipe. Each type gives a distinct flavour to the dish.
- Choosing the Right Rice. In Asian cuisine, short to medium to long-grain varieties like sushi rice, koshikari, basmati or jasmine rice are preferred for their texture and ability to absorb flavours.
- Garlic, Red Chilli, and Scallions form the flavour base of fried rice.
- Soy Sauce adds depth and saltiness.
- Sesame Oil imparts a nutty richness.
- Seasoning is salt, pepper, and a tiny bit of brown sugar.
- For those seeking an extra kick, a dash of chilli paste or sriracha can be added to dial up the heat.
How To Make Fried Rice
Prep beforehand all the vegetables, herbs, sauce, and seasoning, and place them next to your cooking stove within reach of your hands.
Step 1)
- Heat oil in a wok over high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add garlic, red chilli, and onion. Stir fry over high heat for 1 minute. The aroma of the garlic will start releasing – no need to brown the garlic.
Step 2)
- Add the mushrooms, salt, sugar.
- Cook until they are tender and deep brown. Allow the mushrooms to caramelize slightly, as this enhances their natural sweetness and flavour.
Step 3)
- Once the mushrooms are cooked to perfection, add the cooked rice, and soy sauce to the wok, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry the rice over high heat coating each it evenly with sauce.
- Let the rice sizzle on the hot wok for a minute to get fried. Do not mash the rice while stir-frying.
Finish it with green onion and crushed pepper. Mushroom Fried Rice is ready to serve!
Serving Suggestion
Mushroom Fried Rice is a complete meal in itself. Enjoy it either as a standalone dish or, as a delicious accompaniment to your favourite Asian entrees like Tofu Stir Fry, Garlicky Broccoli, Stir Fried Vegetables, or Vegetables in Hot Garlic Sauce.
I like to enjoy my fried rice with a half fried egg, drizzle of chilli oil, along with flavoursome Asian sides like cucumber kimchi, or smashed cucumber salad.
Whether enjoyed as a quick weeknight meal or as part of an Asian feast, mushroom fried rice never fails to delight the palate and satisfy the soul.
My Tried and True Tips
- It’s essential to cook the rice ahead of time and allow it to cool completely. This ensures that each grain remains separate. Avoid using hot and mushy rice. The ideal choice is al dente, cold, or slightly undercooked rice.
- The fried rice is a quick and fast meal. So prep beforehand all the vegetables, herbs, sauce, and seasoning, and place them next to your cooking stove within reach of your hands.
- Use a wide wok or stir-fry pan to stir and mix the rice, vegetables, and chicken while frying.
- For added texture and taste, consider adding additional vegetables such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers.
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Mushroom Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 10 medium size garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium spicy red chilli, finely chopped
- 1 small size onion, fine chopped
- 200 gram button mushrooms sliced
- ½ teaspoon cooking salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 2 Cup cooked white rice
- 2 sprigs spring onion, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Prep beforehand all the vegetables, herbs, sauce, and seasoning, and place them next to your cooking stove within reach of your hands.
- Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Once the oil is hot, add garlic, red chilli, and onion. Stir fry over high heat for 1 minute. The aroma of the garlic will start releasing – no need to brown the garlic.
- Add the mushrooms, salt, sugar.
- Cook until they are tender and deep brown. Allow the mushrooms to caramelize slightly, as this enhances their natural sweetness and flavour.
- Once the mushrooms are cooked to perfection, add the cooked rice, and soy sauce to the wok, breaking up any clumps with a spatula. Stir-fry the rice over high heat coating each it evenly with sauce.
- Let the rice sizzle on the hot wok for a minute to get fried. Do not mash the rice while stir-frying.
- Finish it with green onion and crushed pepper. Mushroom Fried Rice is ready to serve!
Recipe Notes:
- Substitute sesame oil with vegetable oil or coconut oil.
- From meaty shiitakes, and button mushrooms to delicate enoki, you can use a variety of mushrooms for this fried rice recipe. Each type gives a distinct flavour to the dish.
- Do not add too much salt at once, as soy sauce is already very salty and savoury in taste.
- If you are adding additional vegetables such as peas, carrots, or bell peppers, add them right after caramelizing mushrooms.
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