Indian Leftover Rice with Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Indian Leftover Rice with Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; About 1/3 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 medium mushrooms, chopped into small dice; 1/41/3 hot green chili, thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 2/3 cup cooked rice; ⅔ tablespoons chicken or beef broth or water; Salt; A sprinkling of chopped coriander leaves (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a small skillet, and add the onion.
2
Saute for a few minutes, then add the mushrooms and continue to saute, stirring, 3 or 4 minutes.
3
Toss in the sliced chili, and after a minute add the cumin, the coriander, and the rice.
4
Stir vigorously, breaking up any lumps in the rice, and cook over low heat for 5 minutes.
5
If the rice is sticking, add a little broth or water, cover, and cook over low heat for about 5 minutes, adding more broth if necessary.
6
Taste, and add salt to your liking.
7
Spoon the rice onto a warm plate, and sprinkle a little fresh coriander (more commonly known here as cilantro) on top, if available, and if you like it.

164

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, About 1/3 medium onion, finely chopped, 3 medium mushrooms, chopped into small dice, 1/41/3 hot green chili, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Indian Leftover Rice with Mushrooms falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Indian Leftover Rice with Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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